Lansoprazole is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Lansoprazole depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
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 may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Lansoprazole, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Lansoprazole safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Lansoprazole. If you see any side effects, stop taking Lansoprazole immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Lansoprazole again, only after your doctor's advice.
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?
Side effects of Lansoprazole rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Lansoprazole on the Heart?
You can take Lansoprazole without any fear of damage to 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?
Lansoprazole is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Lansoprazole you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Lansoprazole is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lansoprazole is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lansoprazole
It is safe to take Lansoprazole with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lansoprazole
Taking Lansoprazole with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Lansoprazole can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Lansoprazole along with ibuprofen if the dose of Lansoprazole does not exceed as recommended by the doctor.
Yes, Lansoprazole 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.
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.
Lansoprazole is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice. If you are taking this drug by yourself then it can be discontinued.
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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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