Azeloprazole

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Azeloprazole

Azeloprazole (/əˈzɛloʊprəzoʊl/) is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) used in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), peptic ulcer disease (PUD), and Zollinger–Ellison syndrome. It works by reducing the production of stomach acid.

Etymology

The term "Azeloprazole" is derived from the chemical name of the drug, which is a combination of "azole", a class of compounds used in medicine, and "prazole", a suffix used in the names of drugs that inhibit gastric acid secretion.

Usage

Azeloprazole is used to treat conditions where reduction in acid secretion is required, such as stomach and duodenal ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. It is also used for the treatment of Helicobacter pylori infection in combination with antibiotic therapy.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Azeloprazole include headache, diarrhea, nausea, flatulence, decreased appetite, constipation, dry mouth, and abdominal pain. More serious side effects may include osteoporosis, low blood magnesium, and Clostridium difficile infection.

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