Can omeprazole be used prophylactically in patients at risk of stress ulcers and what are the indications for its use in preventing ulcer formation in critically ill or hospitalized patients?
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Can omeprazole be used prophylactically in patients at risk of stress ulcers and what are the indications for its use in preventing ulcer formation in critically ill or hospitalized patients?
1. Omeprazole can be prescribed prophylactically for patients at risk of stress ulcers, especially in critically ill individuals to prevent ulcer formation.
2. Yes, it’s common to use omeprazole prophylactically in hospitals for those at high risk of stress ulcers, particularly in ICU settings.
3. Prophylactic use of omeprazole is indicated in critically ill patients to prevent stress ulcer bleeding, a common risk in ICU patients.