Pill Esophagitis

Aka: Pill Esophagitis, Pill-Induced Esophagitis

II. Pathophysiology

  1. Pill taken with minimal fluid lodges in mid-esophagus, causing a local irritation or ulceration

III. Causes

  1. Ascorbic Acid
  2. Aspirin
  3. Bisphosphonates (e.g. Fosamax)
  4. Corticosteroids
  5. Doxycycline or Tetracycline
  6. Iron supplements (e.g. Ferrous Sulfate)
  7. NSAIDs
  8. Potassium supplements (e.g. Potassium chloride or KCL)
  9. Quinidine

IV. Management

  1. Sucralfate
  2. Viscous Lidocaine

V. Course

  1. Pain resolves spontaneously in 2-7 days

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