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How do proton pump inhibitors relieve heartburn?

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How do proton pump inhibitors relieve heartburn?

If antacids can't stand up to your heartburn, it may be time to reach for a proton pump inhibitor. In this video, internal medicine specialist and Dr. Oz Show guest Keri Peterson explains how proton pump inhibitors work.

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