NC Waterfront Homes for Sale. When moving to the coastal region of southeastern North Carolina, many consider living in a waterfront community. Homes in our area may be built on the white sands of our beaches or the tranquil waters of the Intracoastal Waterway. Perhaps the idea of living on the Cape Fear River is more appealing.
Two of the most commonly prescribed PPIs are omeprazole (brand name: Prilosec) and esomeprazole (brand name: Nexium). Both are now available over the counter (OTC). But is there really any difference between them? Take a closer look at both to see what benefits one medication may offer over the other.
How These Medications Work. Both PPIs and H2 Blockers suppress gastric acid secretion. They are different, however, in how they do this. While PPIs shut down the proton pumps in the stomach, H2 Blockers work by blocking the histamine receptors in acid-producing cells in the stomach. Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) The proton pump is a molecule in certain cells of the stomach.