Lancer: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lancer Benefits & Uses

Lancer is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Peptic Ulcer

Other Benefits

Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
GERD
Heartburn
Zollinger Ellison syndrome

Lancer Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Acidity Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Acidity Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Acidity Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Lancer Related Warnings

Is the use of Lancer safe for pregnant women?

Lancer may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Lancer again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Lancer safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Lancer. Immediately discontinue Lancer if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Lancer on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Lancer on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Lancer on the Liver?

Side effects of Lancer rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Lancer on the Heart?

Lancer is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lancer with Other Drugs

Lancer should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Atazanavir

Citalopram

Methotrexate

Rilpivirine

Moderate

Amlodipine,Atorvastatin

Capreomycin

Lancer Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lancer unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Osteoporosis
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Liver Disease
Fractured Bones

Frequently asked Questions about Lancer

Is this Lancer habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Lancer.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Lancer as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Lancer is safe as it does not bear any side effects.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Lancer is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Lancer Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lancer

Taking Lancer with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lancer

Taking Lancer with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Lancer

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Lancer with ibuprofen?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lancer can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Lancer along with ibuprofen if the dose of Lancer does not exceed as recommended by the doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Lancer good for gastritis?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lancer is used to treat gastritis. It helps by preventing the excessive acid secretion in the stomach and additionally relieving the symptoms of gastritis such as stomach pain, stomach inflammation, and acid reflux.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Lancer cause diarrhea?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lancer can cause diarrhea, which may be the sign of a new infection. If you experience diarrhea after consuming this medicine, please inform the doctor right away without further delay.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Lancer an antibiotic?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Lancer is not an antibiotic. It contains lansoprazole which belongs to the class of drug known as proton pump inhibitor (PPI).

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Lancer?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Lancer should be taken before a meal because the presence of food can affect the absorption of this drug from the stomach and its therapeutic benefit. Preferably it should be taken once a day in the morning before breakfast. However, some patient may need twice a day, in this case, 1 tablet should be taken in the morning and 1 tablet in the evening before the meal as directed by the doctor. Please consult your doctor regarding the exact dosage regimen of medicine and follow his/her instruction.