A 72-year-old man on long-term omeprazole has magnesium 0.47 mmol/L and cramps. What is the best next step?...

Question

A 72-year-old man on long-term omeprazole has magnesium 0.47 mmol/L and cramps. What is the best next step?

Accepted Answer

Stop or reduce PPI and consider alternative; replace magnesium

Answer

Continue PPI and give calcium

Answer

No action required

Answer

Start thiazide diuretic

Answer

Start high-dose vitamin D

prescribing safety assessment MCQ (SBA): PPI-induced Hypomagnesaemia