Lansec is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Lansec safe for pregnant women?
Lansec can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Lansec right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Lansec safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Lansec. Immediately discontinue Lansec if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Lansec on the Kidneys?
Lansec does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lansec on the Liver?
Lansec has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Lansec on the Heart?
Using Lansec does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Lansec should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lansec unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lansec habit forming or addictive?
Lansec does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Lansec can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Lansec, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lansec is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lansec
Taking Lansec with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lansec
Taking Lansec with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Lansec 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.
Yes, Lansec can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Lansec along with ibuprofen if the dose of Lansec does not exceed as recommended by the doctor.
Lansec works by blocking the action of an enzyme (H+/K+ATPase) in the cells (parietal) of the stomach which is responsible for acid production in the stomach. Due to blockage of this enzyme, the production of acid is decreased, and this helps to relieve the stomach from acidity, heartburn, GERD, stomach ulcer and other acidity related stomach problem.
Discontinuation of Lansec on your own can cause rebound effects. So, it advisable to take this drug as directed by the doctor and do not discontinue/stop medicine on your own. Please inform the doctor before stopping/discontinuing this drug on your own.
Yes, Lansec is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the specific duration as directed by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at therapeutic doses such as headache, dizziness, and vomiting. If you experience above-mention side effects after taking medicine then immediately consult your doctor follow his/her instruction.
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