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Duodenal ulcer (an ulcer that forms at the beginning of the small intestine)• Eradication of H. pylori (bacteria that can live in your intestine and cause ulcers) to prevent recurrence of duodenal ulcers
Lansoprazole 30 mg Capsules
What is Lansoprazole and what is it used for?
Lansoprazole is used for several indications in adults:• Duodenal ulcer (an ulcer that forms at the beginning of the small intestine)• Eradication of H. pylori (bacteria that can live in your intestine and cause ulcers) to prevent recurrence of duodenal ulcers• Benign gastric ulcer (a non-cancerous ulcer that forms in your stomach)• NSAID-associated ulcer (an ulcer that forms in your intestine due to excessive use of NSAIDs)• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (also known as heartburn)
In addition, it can be used in children for the following indications:• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)• Erosive esophagitis (inflammation of the esophagus)• Pathological hypersecretory conditions (problems in the intestine that cause excess gastric acid secretion) Acid)
Do not take lansoprazole:If you are allergic to lansoprazole or any other ingredients in this medicine. Tell your doctor about the symptoms you experience.
Warnings and Precautions:• Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you experience an allergic reaction such as shortness of breath, rash, or swelling of the face or neck.• Use of this medicine may be associated with Clostridium difficile diarrhea (a bacterial stomach infection that causes diarrhea). Be sure to tell your doctor if you experience diarrhea.• Prolonged, repeated daily use of this medicine may lead to osteoporosis (weak bones that cause fractures) and put you at risk of fractures of the hip, spine, or wrist.• Long-term use of this medicine may cause low blood magnesium levels. Your doctor may recommend monitoring your levels in the laboratory on a regular basis.
Possible side effects:These include allergic reactions, diarrhea, nausea, headache, constipation, stomach pain, low magnesium levels, seizures (convulsions), dizziness, abnormal or rapid heartbeat, nervousness, tremors, muscle weakness, cramps in the feet and hands, muscle pain, and throat spasms.
Other medications and lansoprazoleTell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any of the following medications:• If you are taking atazanavir (used to treat HIV).• If you are taking warfarin (a blood thinner).• If you are taking tacrolimus (an immunosuppressant).• If you are taking theophylline (used to treat airway spasms).• If you are taking methotrexate (an immunosuppressant).
How to take lansoprazole:
Adults and children:
The recommended dose and duration of treatment are individualized based on age and indication. The usual dose is 15 to 30 mg once daily. The dose may be increased to two or three times daily if used for H. pylori eradication.
• Take tablets or capsules before food.
• Swallow delayed-release capsules whole.
• Do not chew or crush delayed-release tablets or capsules.
• If you cannot swallow a capsule whole, open the capsule and swallow the contents with a small amount of food or juice.
• The dispersible tablet form of this medicine dissolves quickly in your mouth with or without water.
• Do not break dispersible tablets.
How to store lansoprazole:• Store the medicine at a temperature between 20 and 25°C.• Keep the medicine out of reach of children and pets.• Do not use the medicine after the expiry date shown on the carton.• Store the medicine in its original container to protect it from moisture.• Do not take damaged pills.• Do not dispose of the medicine via wastewater or household waste.
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