The hidden dangers of omeprazole: It is lauded as the ultimate solution to crippling acid reflux which affects millions - but as DR SCURR reveals, using it long term can have serious implications
Daily Mail - Oct 12, 2026
I suspect that omeprazole is the key here. This is a type of proton-pump inhibitor - drugs widely prescribed to treat reflux. They work by suppressing stomach-acid production.