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Acid Reducer
- Prilosec (generic-omeprazole)
- For gastric bypass patients, omeprazole should be taken daily for at least 3 months after surgery, to prevent the formation of an ulcer at the connection between the stomach pouch and the small intestine.
- For sleeve, SIPS, and band patients it is an optional prescription and can be used as needed.