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Proton Pump Inhibitors
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Definition
: Compounds that inhibit H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE. They are used as ANTI-ULCER AGENTS and sometimes in place of HISTAMINE H2 ANTAGONISTS for GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX.
Other names
Inhibitors, Proton Pump
Substances having this pharmacologic action:
omeprazole, sodium bicarbonate drug combination
;
pantoprazole