January 27th, 2012

Podcast 143: PPIs and asthma control — it doesn’t work in kids, either

Controlling asthma by the use of proton pump inhibitors apparently doesn’t work any better in children than it does in adults. Yet the practice is widely used.

A study in JAMA and an accompanying fiery editorial seem to put the notion to rest. Listen in.

As always, suggestions are welcomed. You can reach me directly at 617-440-4374 — don’t be shy!

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One Response to “Podcast 143: PPIs and asthma control — it doesn’t work in kids, either”

  1. Over-prescribing and over-utilization of medications without scientific evidence/justification is rampant. The prescribing of PPIs chronically represents perhaps the most egregious misuse of a class of drugs. Shame on us!

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