my general practitioner says taking Pantoprazole 40 MG every day for several years (been on it at least 2 years now) is no big deal. However, i have read where it is supposed to be for short term use only - 10 days. I also read that in Europe that it is only allowed for short term use. I have not had any issues with it that i know of and it really helps my acid reflux type symptoms. I am concerned about long term use. I am 64 and have low level osteoporosis, which the same doctor is well aware of and has had me take bone scans and check vitamin D and calcium with blood work. What do you think about the long term use, what if i stay on if for the rest of my life? thanks.