Proton pump inhibitors are most effective when they are given:
After meals
Shortly before meals
Along with H2 blockers
During prolonged fasting periods
Ans. (B) Shortly before meals(Ref: KDT 8th/e p700)Proton pump inhibitors are used just before meals. Food stimulates the secretion of gastric acid that will be reduced by PPIs if these are given just before meals.
Anti-Ulcer