Generics
Lansoprazole
Used For
Acidity & Ulcers
How it works
The active substance is lansoprazole, which is a proton pump inhibitor. Proton pump inhibitors reduce the amount of acid that your stomach makes.
Usage And Safety
Dosage
Treatment of heartburn and acid regurgitation : One 15 mg or 30 mg capsule for 4 weeks. If symptoms persist you should report to your doctor. If your symptoms are not relieved within 4 weeks, please contact your doctor. Treatment of duodenal ulcer : Two 15 mg capsules or one 30 mg capsule every day for 2 weeks. Treatment of stomach ulcer : Two 15 mg capsules or one 30 mg capsule every day for 4 weeks. Treatment of inflammation in your oesophagus (reflux oesophagitis): Two 15 mg capsules or one 30 mg capsule every day for 4 weeks. Long-term prevention of reflux oesophagitis : One 15 mg capsule Lansoprazole 15 mg every day, your doctor may adjust your dose to two 15 mg capsules or one 30 mg capsule every day. Children : Not recommended . OR As directed by your physician.
Side Effects
Headache, dizziness , tiredness , diarrhoea, constipation, stomach pain, feeling or being sick, wind, dry or sore mouth or throat , skin rash, itching , changes in liver function test values , benign polyps in the stomach , joint or muscle pain , fluid retention or swelling , changes in blood cell counts , fracture of the hip, wrist or spine.
Drug Interactions
Atazanavir and nelfinavir , methotrexate , ketoconazole, itraconazole, rifampicin , digoxin , warfarin , theophylline , tacrolimus , fluvoxamine , antacids , sucralfate .
Indication
Your doctor may prescribe Lansoprazole for the following indications: • Treatment of duodenal and stomach ulcer • Treatment of inflammation in your oesophagus (reflux oesophagitis) • Prevention of reflux oesophagitis




