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ISSUE109
September 1, 2011
Drugs for Peptic Ulcer Disease and GERD
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Drugs for Peptic Ulcer Disease and GERD
September 1, 2011 (Issue: 109)
Peptic ulcer disease (PUD) is usually caused by nonsteroidal
anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or by
infection with Helicobacter pylori. Gastroesophageal
reflux disease (GERD) can be caused by transient
lower esophageal sphincter relaxation,...more
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