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What is the recommended daily dose of lactulose in hepatic encephalopathy?
What is the recommended daily dose of lactulose in hepatic encephalopathy?
What is a contraindication for lactulose therapy?
What is a contraindication for lactulose therapy?
What is a potential interaction of lactulose with other medications?
What is a potential interaction of lactulose with other medications?
What is a common risk factor for developing gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?
What is a common risk factor for developing gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?
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What is a diagnostic test used to assess GERD?
What is a diagnostic test used to assess GERD?
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What is a potential symptom of untreated GERD?
What is a potential symptom of untreated GERD?
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What is the primary effect of pantoprazole on gastric acid secretion?
What is the primary effect of pantoprazole on gastric acid secretion?
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When should pantoprazole be taken to maximize its therapeutic effect?
When should pantoprazole be taken to maximize its therapeutic effect?
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What is the main indication for lactulose?
What is the main indication for lactulose?
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What is a potential interaction between pantoprazole and clopidogrel (Plavix)?
What is a potential interaction between pantoprazole and clopidogrel (Plavix)?
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What is a common adverse effect of pantoprazole?
What is a common adverse effect of pantoprazole?
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Why is it important to educate patients taking pantoprazole to avoid certain foods and products?
Why is it important to educate patients taking pantoprazole to avoid certain foods and products?
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