Such so-called proton pump inhibitors are used for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease , stomach and small intestine ulcers and inflammation of the esophagus , along with frequent heartburn . Some heartburn , these medications carry risk of fractures , FDA warns . Increased risk occurs with high dose , long - term use . Warning for both prescription and over - the - counter medications . Drugs include some types of popular medications Prilosec , Nexium , Prevacid , others .
Some heartburn , these medications carry risk of fractures , FDA warns . Increased risk occurs with high dose , long - term use . Warning for both prescription and over - the - counter medications . Drugs include some types of popular medications Prilosec , Nexium , Prevacid , others .