Heartburn Meds Won't Help, May Harm Kids With Asthma

Acid-reducing drugs might boost respiratory infections in children without reflux, study finds

January 24, 2012 RSS Feed Print

"If your child is on a PPI for asthma, it's not an effective treatment. These medications are approved for the treatment of acid reflux," said Holbrook.

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Learn more about asthma treatment from the U.S. National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.

Tags:: children's health,; indigestion,; asthma,; respiratory problems,; prescription drugs

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