Transplant Living: Organ Donation and Transplantation Information for Patients


Medications Post-Transplant Medications Types of Immunosuppressants Switching Immunosuppressants Side Effects Other Medications Generic and Brand Name Drugs Helpful Hints Questions to Ask Pregnancy Precautions Fertility Labor and Delivery Breastfeeding Risks National Registry Staying Healthy Post-Transplant Tests Preventing Rejection Infections & Immunity Health Concerns Diet and Exercise Contacting Your Donor Family Cancer Types Risk factors Prevention and early detection Post-transplant cancer mortality		Anti-Ulcer Medications About Anti-Ulcer Medications Anti-ulcer medications are used after transplant to treat and prevent the recurrence of ulcers and to treat other conditions where the stomach makes too much acid. Because type and dose of this medication vary based on individual need, talk with your doctor and pharmacist about what best suits you. It may also be important to discuss how cigarette smoking may decrease the effectiveness of some anti-ulcer medications.		It is very important to discuss these concerns with your doctor: allergic reactions to any drugs what prescription and non prescription medications you are taking scheduling regular visits to monitor your progress and side effects common and dangerous side effects of this type of drug You may also want to learn about: Antibiotics Anti-fungal medications Diuretics Post-transplant medications

Anti-Ulcer Medications