US Medical Term · medications
Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI)
Inhibidor de la Bomba de Protones (IBP)
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI) |
| Spanish (Español) | Inhibidor de la Bomba de Protones (IBP) |
| Chinese (中文) | 質子泵抑制劑 |
| Korean (한국어) | 양성자 펌프 억제제 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Thuốc ức chế bơm proton |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Proton Pump Inhibitor |
| Portuguese (Português) | Inibidor da Bomba de Prótons (IBP) |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | ยากลุ่ม Proton Pump Inhibitor |
| Japanese (日本語) | プロトンポンプ阻害薬 |
What it means
Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) reduce the amount of acid the stomach produces. They are used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), peptic ulcers, and H. pylori infection, and to protect the stomach during NSAID use. Common PPIs include omeprazole (Prilosec), pantoprazole (Protonix), and esomeprazole (Nexium). Take PPIs 30 to 60 minutes before your first meal for best results. PPIs are generally safe for short-term use, but long-term use may be associated with reduced magnesium and calcium absorption. If you have been on a PPI for more than a few months, ask your doctor whether you still need it.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
Is omeprazole a proton pump inhibitor and when should I take it?
¿El omeprazol es un inhibidor de la bomba de protones y cuándo debo tomarlo?
Do I need a prescription for this acid reflux medication or can I buy it over the counter?
¿Necesito receta para este medicamento para el reflujo o puedo comprarlo sin receta?
Is it safe to take this stomach acid medication long term?
¿Es seguro tomar este medicamento para el ácido estomacal a largo plazo?
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Last reviewed: September 2026