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L Benefits & Uses

L is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Peptic Ulcer (Read More - Gentle and Natural: Best Home Remedies for Stomach Ulcers)

Other Benefits

Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
GERD
Heartburn (Read More - Home Remedies for Heartburn: Natural Ways to Alleviate Discomfort)
Zollinger Ellison syndrome

L 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

L Related Warnings

Is the use of L safe for pregnant women?

L can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking L right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of L safe during breastfeeding?

L can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of L on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of L on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of L on the Liver?

L has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of L on the Heart?

You can take L without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of L with Other Drugs

L 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

L Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about L

Is this L habit forming or addictive?

L does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking L as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, the use of L is considered safe.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, L is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

L Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and L

You can take L with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and L

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking L as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about L

Question over 5 years ago

Is L an antibiotic?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, L is not an antibiotic. It contains lansoprazole which belongs to the class of drug known as proton pump inhibitor (PPI).

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take L with ibuprofen?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

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

Question almost 6 years ago

How does L works?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

L 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take L?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

L 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 5 years ago

Can I take L with paracetamol?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, you can take L 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.