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

Lanzoprax Benefits & Uses

Lanzoprax is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Peptic Ulcer

Other Benefits

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

Lanzoprax 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

Lanzoprax Related Warnings

Is the use of Lanzoprax safe for pregnant women?

Lanzoprax can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Lanzoprax, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Lanzoprax safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Lanzoprax. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Lanzoprax on the Kidneys?

Lanzoprax is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Lanzoprax on the Liver?

Side effects of Lanzoprax rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Lanzoprax on the Heart?

Lanzoprax is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lanzoprax with Other Drugs

Lanzoprax 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

Lanzoprax Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Lanzoprax

Is this Lanzoprax habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Lanzoprax.

No
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 Lanzoprax can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, the use of Lanzoprax is considered safe.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Lanzoprax in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Lanzoprax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lanzoprax

Taking Lanzoprax with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lanzoprax

Consumption of alcohol and Lanzoprax together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Lanzoprax

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Lanzoprax?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Lanzoprax 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Lanzoprax and domperidone together?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lanzoprax and domperidone can be taken together. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and domperidone also available in the market which is used in the treatment of heartburn and acidity.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Lanzoprax with ibuprofen?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

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

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Lanzoprax on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Discontinuation of Lanzoprax 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Lanzoprax without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Lanzoprax is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice. If you are taking this drug by yourself then it can be discontinued.