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Outcome in short and long term in patients with gastro-oesophageal reflux randomised to three different treatments. Figures are numbers (percentages) of patients unless stated otherwise
| Outcome | Ranitidine 150 mg (n=229) | Omeprazole 10 mg (n=227) | Omeprazole 20 mg (n=221) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asymptomatic at 2 weeks | 60 (26) | 91 (40) | 122 (55) |
| Completed intermittent treatment | 108 (47) | 104 (46) | 106 (48) |
| Transferred to maintenance treatment | 62 (27) | 50 (22) | 49 (22) |
