What is the mechanism of action of Pantoprazole sodium (Protonix) in the stomach?
A. Moves chyme through the stomach into the small intestine more quickly, thereby ensuring stomach contents empty in a timely manner.
B. Inhibits the proton pump in the stomach lining from creating more acid
C. Neutralizes stomach acid by raising the pH of the stomach contents.
Ans: B. Inhibits the proton pump in the stomach lining from creating more acid
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