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Can digene be given to elderly patients?
My mother is 79 years old and has been suffering from GERD. Can we give her digene considering her age?
4 Answers
I'm not familiar with Digene. I don't think this is given in the U.S. Anyway, looking at the ingredients, it seems to be okay for a 79-year-old, though I would also venture to guess that it doesn't have much benefit clinically either.
This is not the treatment for GERD. Your MOM needs to see a gastroenterologist for evaluation.
Yes you can give PPI to older patients.
ONLY for short term use, for relief of GERD.