What should nurses monitor with ppis (proton pump inhibitors)?

Question indefinite continuation — the classic 'nobody ever stopped it' med on the MAR Magnesium on long-term users with cramps/arrhythmia

PPIs (Proton Pump Inhibitors)

pantoprazole, omeprazole, esomeprazole.

-prazole

How it works

Shut down the stomach's acid pumps at the source — most acid suppression available.

You'll see

pantoprazoleomeprazoleesomeprazole

Used for

GERDPeptic ulcer / GI bleedStress ulcer prophylaxisH. pylori regimens

Side effects

Generally well tolerated short-termLong-term: C. diff risk, fractures, low magnesium/B12Rebound acid on abrupt stop

Monitor

Question indefinite continuation — the classic 'nobody ever stopped it' med on the MAR
Magnesium on long-term users with cramps/arrhythmia

🎓 Patient teaching

Take 30–60 min before breakfast. Long-term use deserves a periodic 'do I still need this?' conversation.

Source: Lehne's Pharmacology for Nursing Care, 11th ed.Reference only — verify against your facility's policy.