What is a Proton Pump Inhibitor and is it the same as Pantoprazol

[WorldTraveler 79]

Dr. Aceves' patient info guide lists both as (PPI) and I'm confused. Is the Pantoprazol a type of Proton Pump Inhibitor or are they 2 different meds I need to take for 3-6 mos (post-sleeve)?

Help and Thank you!

[1Day1Life4Now 882]

Yes, they are one and the same. That is the generic name for them. The brand names are Prilosec or Protonics. Presciptions ones are more effective. Take them..... they make all the difference in your digestion. When I miss one... I am so miserable. My stomach likes to produce lots of acid and then I have reflux. If you take the PPI, it will prevent the acid.

[lylabelle 257]

I'm also going to Dr Aceves. We can get that across the street from the hospital right?

[WorldTraveler 79]

I'm not sure, Lylabelle...I don't get sleeved until May 26th. I'll email Nina and ask

Thank you for the info/clarification, 1day1ife4now