Lansoprazole is gastro-resistant capsules which belong to a group of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors. It is used to heal and prevent ulcers in the stomach and gut caused by certain drugs. It also helps to heal Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux disease. When the acids present in the stomach escapes to the food pipe which in turn damages and caused inflammation. It can also be used to treat the pain of indigestion or heartburn, infections caused by bacteria and certain illnesses like Zollinger-Ellison syndrome where the stomach produces large amounts of acid. Do not take Lansoprazole if you are allergic to in ingredients of the medicine. Also, do not take this medicine if you are under any kind of medication to treat HIV.Make sure you inform your doctor if you are or were under any kind of treatment. Also, make sure to inform your doctor if you are suffering from any liver problems, osteoporosis, are pregnant or planning to get pregnant. http://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/PIL.26193.latest.pdf
Like all other medicines, Lansoprazole also has some side effects. If you experience any of these symptoms or they become severe, inform your doctor immediately and visit a nearby hospital. Some of the side effects include: - Swelling of hands, feet, legs, face and other body parts - Blistering and peeling of the skin - Yellowing of the skin - Diarrhea - Difficulty in passing urine, blood in the urine - Often bruising - Headaches - Stomach infections - Nausea - Constipation - Skin rash - Depression - Joint and muscle pain - Fracturing of bones - Fever - Drowsiness - Hallucinations - Numbness on the skin - Tiredness - Hair loss
The medicine should be taken as suggested by your doctor. The dose usually depends on the type of illness. Lansoprazole must be taken at least 30 minutes before food. The capsule must be swallowed whole with water. Make sure you take your dosages at the same time daily. In case you are prescribed two dosages per day, make sure that you take the first dose before breakfast and second in the evening. The duration and dosage of Lansoprazole will depend on the type of illness being treated. This medicine is not recommended for children. In case you take an overdose of Lansoprazole than required, visit a nearby hospital and inform your doctor. In case you missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not take a double dose to compensate for the missed dose. Always inform your doctor before stopping the medicine. However, it is recommended not to stop the medicine until your doctor tells you.
Lansoprazole is gastro-resistant capsules which belong to a class of medicines called proton pump inhibitors. It is used to heal and prevent ulcers in the stomach and gut caused by certain drugs. Lansoprazole works by lowering the amount of acid in your stomach. It is used to heal and prevent ulcers in the stomach and gut caused by certain drugs. It can also be used to treat the pain of indigestion or heartburn, infections caused by bacteria and certain illnesses like Zollinger-Ellison. This is a kind of syndrome where the large amounts of acids are produced by the stomach.
