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About Dr Alan Galbraith
Expertise
I can answer most questions on most drugs. Answers can be given in either technical or layperson terminology. My main areas of interest are psychiatric, gastrointestinal and cardiovascular drugs.

Experience
I have been a university lecturer/head of department for almost thirty years, but am now retired. My research interests were alcohol, smoking and cardiovascular disease. I am already a well established and highly rated expert in the pharmacy section of this site.

Publications
Principal author of "Fundamentals of Pharmacology" Editions 1-4 published between 1994 and 2004 by Pearson Education, Australia. Author of the 5th edition published 2007. Author of many scientific papers.

Education/Credentials
BSc(Hons);MSc;PhD;HECert

Awards and Honors
The 4th edition of my textbook was awarded the the Educational Book of the Year Award in Australia.

Past/Present Clients
See my profile in the pharmacy section.

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Pharmacology - Liver Damage Concerns w/ Prozac and Nexium

Expert: Dr Alan Galbraith - 11/4/2009

Question

Hello,

My husband started taking Nexium 40mg per day to treat stomach pain - possibly ulcers several weeks ago. About 5 months ago he stopped taking Prozac 20 mg per day after taking it for 5-10 years. He is considering a return to Prozac but is concerned about the effects of Prozac and Nexium on his liver. He is 44 and until quitting a month ago, he was a weekend drinker (10 to 12 on Fridays and Saturdays). His recent blood work showed liver levels within normal range but on the high side for some measurements. Should he be concerned about the effects of Prozac and Nexium on his liver?
Thank you for your time and opinion.

Stella

Answer
Dear Stella

Both alcohol and Nexium can raise liver enzymes although it is uncommon with the latter. Prozac is less likely to do so but it is possible. Since his levels are still below what is considered high I would not be concerned, even when slightly above normal we usually tend not to be concerned. Thus in my opinion and since he has stopped drinking I do not think you or him have anything to worry about.

Regards

Alan Galbraith

Ps There are no reported interactions with Nexium and Prozac.

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