JAMA December 2013 PMID 24327038

Proton pump inhibitor and histamine 2 receptor antagonist use and vitamin B12 deficiency.

Jameson R Lam, Jennifer L Schneider, Wei Zhao, Douglas A Corley

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Discussions highlight the connection between reduced stomach acid and vitamin B12 deficiency, with commenters expressing concerns about long-term use of acid suppressants, such as notes that 'without acid in the stomach, B12 production stops,' and referencing the study as evidence. The tone is conversational, with some posts hinting at broader health implications, including theories about societal control, which suggests a moderate level of engagement and interest but limited impact overall.

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Participants show moderate curiosity, referencing related concepts like acid production, B12, and implications, but without deep technical engagement.

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Abstract in brief

Long-term use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) and histamine 2 receptor antagonists (H2RAs) is linked to an increased risk of vitamin B12 deficiency, likely due to reduced stomach acid affecting B12 absorption.
The study analyzed data from a large U.S. population (Kaiser Permanente Northern California), comparing patients with incident vitamin B12 deficiency to those without, and found that prolonged (2+ years) use of PPIs or H2RAs significantly raised the odds of deficiency.
Higher doses of PPIs, specifically more than 15 pills, showed a stronger association with vitamin B12 deficiency, highlighting the potential impact of dosage and duration on nutrient absorption.

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