PPI medication (Protonix / Pepcid) after ablation

[Vandalbragg]

Is it normal to be prescribed this after ablation? I got prescribed Xarelto and PPI after my ablation.

[Kaz747]

Yes, PPI’s are prescribed to assist with irritation to the oesophagus as they put instruments down there during the procedure such as the transoesophageal echocardiogram probe and a temperature probe. It’s common to get some inflammation there after an ablation. And the Xarelto is an anticoagulant to help with clot prevention.

[BobD Volunteer]

As Kaz has stated yes, but I would recommend short term use only . Use search box top right for more information on PPIs.

[lizardo in reply to BobD]

I was prescribed a PPI a week before Pulmonary Vein Ablation and to be taken for a month post ablation. I had a huge reaction. I thought I would die scratching!! Not my best experience I can tell you. Needless to say I only used one tablet out of the packet.