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Brand Names: Prevacid, Prevacid SoluTabGeneric Name: lansoprazole (Pronunciation: lan SOE pra zol)
What is lansoprazole (Prevacid, Prevacid SoluTab)?Lansoprazole decreases the amount of acid produced in the stomach. Lansoprazole is used to treat and prevent stomach and intestinal ulcers, erosive esophagitis (damage to the esophagus from stomach acid), and other conditions involving excessive stomach acid such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Lansoprazole may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide. Prevacid 15 mg pink/turquoise, imprinted with TAP, PREVACID 15 Prevacid 30 mg maroon/pink, imprinted with TAP, PREVACID 30 What are the possible side effects of lansoprazole (Prevacid, Prevacid SoluTab)?Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Less serious side effects may include:
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. What is the most important information I should know about lansoprazole (Prevacid, Prevacid SoluTab)?Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have any type of liver disease. You may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take lansoprazole. Some conditions are treated with a combination of lansoprazole and antibiotics. To best treat your condition, use all of your medications as directed by your doctor. Be sure to read the medication guide or patient instructions provided with each of your medications. Do not change your doses or medication schedule without advice from your doctor. If you also take sucralfate (Carafate), avoid taking it at the same time you take lansoprazole. Sucralfate can make it harder for your body to absorb lansoprazole. Wait at least 30 minutes after taking lansoprazole before you take sucralfate. Take lansoprazole for the entire length of time prescribed by your doctor. Your symptoms may get better before your treatment is completed. Some forms of lansoprazole may contain phenylalanine. Tell your doctor if you have phenylketonuria. (Page 1 of 3) |
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