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Proton pump inhibitors are used to treat ulcers; gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a condition in which backward flow of acid from the stomach causes heartburn and injury of the food pipe (esophagus);

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Enteric refers to the intestines. The stomach lining is sensitive to certain medicinal compounds. In order to get the medicine through the stomach and into another area, the enteric coating is added to prevent absorption through the stomach lining, and allow absorption to occur latere, in the small intestine.

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