Nexium, Prilosec and Other PPI Drug May Increase Risk of COVID-19 Infections: Study
A new study links the use of heartburn drugs like Nexium, Prilosec and Prevacid to an increased risk of COVID-19 infection.
Tag Archives: C. Diff Infection
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Probiotics Do Little To Help With Gut Health: Report
Probiotics do little to help with gut health and are usually not worth the cost, according to guidelines in a new report.
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FDA Announces New Safety Precautions for Fecal Transplants
The FDA is calling for additional safety precautions to prevent the spread of coronavirus through fecal transplant procedures.
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FDA Issues Safety Alert On Fecal Microbiota Transplants
The FDA is warning that fecal transplants can lead to the transmission of potentially deadly pathogens following reports of four hospitalizations and two deaths.
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Nexium, Prilosec Infection Risks Higher In Children With Certain Genetic Traits: Study
A new study finds that children's susceptibility to infections after using heartburn drugs like Nexium and Prilosec may be affected by genetics.
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Antibiotics Prescribed in Outpatient Care Often Lack Documented Reason: Study
Nearly half of antibiotics are prescribed unnecessarily or for unknown reasons, according to the findings of a new study.
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Fecal Transplant Led To Drug-Resistant E. Coli Infection, Doctors Say
A new case study highlights the risk of transferring drug-resistant infections between fecal transplant donors and recipients.
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FDA To Hold Public Hearing On Safety, Effectiveness Of Fecal Transplants
The FDA has announced a public hearing to discuss the safety of fecal matter transplants and their risks and benefits.
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Superbug Evolution Outpacing Antibiotic Development, U.N. Warns
A new report to the United Nations highlights the growing risk of antibiotic resistant "superbugs".
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Better Heartburn Drug Prescribing Could Reduce Incidents Of C. Difficile Infections: Study
A new study suggests that reducing the use of heartburn drugs like Nexium and Prilosec could also reduce rates of C. Diff infections.