Lansoprazole Oral - Lansoprazole Delayed Release - Oral Generic Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Lansoprazole Oral
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Lansoprazole Oral Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.
• Laboratory and/or medical tests may be performed periodically to monitor your progress.

Lansoprazole Oral Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature (77 degrees F or 25 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
• Brief storage between 59-86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) is permitted.
• Do not store in the bathroom.
• Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) used to treat various acid-related stomach and/or throat (esophagus) problems (for example, acid reflux or GERD, ulcers, erosive esophagitis, Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome).
• Lansoprazole works by blocking acid production in the stomach.
• Lansoprazole may also be used to treat ulcers due to the long-term use of certain drugs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or NSAIDs) for pain or swelling.
• In addition, this medication may be used in combination with antibiotics (for example, amoxicillin, clarithromycin) to treat certain types of ulcers.

Drug Interactions

• Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription products you may use, especially of.

Usage Instructions

• Take this medication by mouth, usually once daily, before a meal; or as directed by your doctor.
• Do not crush or chew the capsules.
• Swallow the medication whole.
• If you have difficulty swallowing this medication whole, the capsule may be opened and the contents sprinkled onto soft food (for example, applesauce, cottage cheese, yogurt), or emptied into a small amount (2 oz or 60 ml) of juice and taken as directed.
• Rinse the container with an additional small amount of juice and drink the contents to make sure the entire dose is taken.
• Do not chew the food/medication mixture or prepare a supply in advance; this may destroy the drug and/or increase side effects.
• Potent acid-reducing medicines such as lansoprazole can decrease the effectiveness of sucralfate, as well as other drugs such as the antifungals ketoconazole and itraconazole.
• If instructed to take any of these drugs while taking lansoprazole, consult your doctor or pharmacist regarding the proper timing of each dose.
• For example, if you are instructed to take sucralfate in addition to lansoprazole, it is best to take the lansoprazole at least 30 minutes before your sucralfate.
• Antacids may be taken along with this medication, if needed.
• The dosage and length of treatment is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.
• Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it.
• Remember to use it at the same time each day.
• Continue to take this medication for the prescribed length of treatment even if you are feeling better.

Possible Side Effects

• Constipation or diarrhea may occur.
• If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
• Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur.

Read Before Using Lansoprazole Oral (precautions)

• Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
• If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not double the dose to catch up.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.