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Lans, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Secondary and off-label uses of Lans have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lans. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lans can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lans are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lans is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Lans has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lans related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lans contraindications section.
Additionally, Lans may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Lans, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Lans 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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Is the use of Lans safe for pregnant women?
Lans may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Lans again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Lans safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Lans. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Lans on the Kidneys?
Lans does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lans on the Liver?
Side effects of Lans rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Lans on the Heart?
You can take Lans without any fear of damage to the heart.
Lans 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 Lans unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lans habit forming or addictive?
Lans is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Lans as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Lans is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Lans is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lans
You can take Lans with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lans
Consuming Lans with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Lans 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.
Yes, Lans 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.
Yes, Lans is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the specific duration as directed by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at therapeutic doses such as headache, dizziness, and vomiting. If you experience above-mention side effects after taking medicine then immediately consult your doctor follow his/her instruction.
Yes, Lans can be taken with an antibiotic. Taking Lans with a certain antibiotic can treat H.Pylori associated stomach ulcer. However, it is best to consult your doctor before taking these two medicines together.
Yes, Lans can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please consult your doctor if you feel severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 745-746
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 653
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prevacid® (lansoprazole)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prevacid® (lansoprazole)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prevacid® Solutab™ (lansoprazole)
