Which PPI is available as an intravenous formulation for the management of acute upper gastrointestinal bleeding?
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Correct answer: All of the above
Omeprazole, Esomeprazole, and Pantoprazole are all available in IV forms. In acute GI bleeds, IV PPIs are used to maintain a gastric pH above 6.0, which stabilizes clots and reduces the risk of re-bleeding.
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