In this retrospective analysis of a large database, researchers found that patients recently discharged after an MI or stent on PPI-clopidogrel had a 93% higher risk of re-hospitalization for MI (and 64% higher risk for re-hospitalization for MI or stent) than patients on clopidogrel without a PPI. This association was found despite type of PPI (omeprazole or pantoprazole). The current warning on PPI labeling, to avoid concomitant use with clopidogreal when able, is probably warranted, until the controversy can be resolved (abstract)
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