Listen to your gut.

Many people don't need to take reflux medication regularly once their symptoms are controlled. Listen to your gut. #GetMeducated about your prescriptions.

Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or nurse if you can safely stop your reflux medication.

 

How should I stop my proton pump inhibitor?

 

You may be hesitant to stop your PPI if you have been taking it for a long time. Some people worry that their reflux will return. The good news is that with the right approach, reflux symptoms are not common and generally don’t last for long (see FAQ page). To decide on the best approach for you, read this brochure and talk to your healthcare professional.

Talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse and create a plan for stopping your PPI.

Your plan may involve:

  • Reducing the dose of your current PPI over 2-4 weeks

  • Stop taking your PPI every day and only take your PPI on the days when you need it

  • Using life style changes and non-drug alternatives

  • Managing occasional symptoms with antacids or an acid blocker, ask your doctor, pharmacist or nurse which would be best for you