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Lansoprazole 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lansoprazole is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Lansoprazole safe for pregnant women?
Lansoprazole can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Lansoprazole right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Lansoprazole safe during breastfeeding?
Lansoprazole may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Lansoprazole, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Lansoprazole.
What is the effect of Lansoprazole on the Kidneys?
Using Lansoprazole does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Lansoprazole on the Liver?
Lansoprazole may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Lansoprazole on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Lansoprazole for the heart.
Lansoprazole 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 Lansoprazole unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lansoprazole habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Lansoprazole is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Lansoprazole as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Lansoprazole is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lansoprazole cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Lansoprazole
You can take Lansoprazole with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lansoprazole
Taking alcohol with Lansoprazole can be dangerous.
Lansoprazole 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.
Yes, you can take Lansoprazole with paracetamol. There is no any harmful effects are seen when taking this two medicines together. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between. If you experience any side effects after consuming these two medicines together, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instruction.
Discontinuation of Lansoprazole 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, Lansoprazole 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.
Yes, Lansoprazole can cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing any unpleasant effects after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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