Lansoprazole



Prevacid®; Prevacid® SoluTab™







Lansoprazole

(lan SOE pra zole)

U.S. Brand Names
Prevacid®; Prevacid® SoluTab™
Canadian Brand Names
Prevacid®
Mexican Brand Names
Ilsatec®; Ogastro®; Ulpax®
Pharmacologic Category
Proton Pump Inhibitor; Substituted Benzimidazole
Reasons not to take this medicine
  • If you have an allergy to lansoprazole or any other part of this medicine.
  • Tell healthcare provider if you are allergic to any medicine. Make sure to tell about the allergy and how it affected you. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other symptoms involved.
  • If you are breast-feeding.
What is this medicine used for?
  • This medicine is used to prevent or treat gastrointestinal ulcers caused by infection.
  • This medicine is used to prevent or treat NSAID-associated gastric ulcers in patients with a history of ulcers.
  • This medicine is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease.
  • This medicine is used to treat heartburn.
  • This medicine is used to treat syndromes caused by huge amounts of stomach acid.
How does it work?
  • Lansoprazole prevents symptoms and damage to the gastrointestinal tract caused by stomach acid or infection.
How is it best taken?
  • Oral:
  • Take this medicine 30 minutes before the first meal of the day.
  • Swallow capsule whole. Do not chew, break, or crush.
  • You may sprinkle contents of capsule on soft food or liquid.
  • For patients who have feeding tubes, open capsule and mix with 3 tablespoonfuls of apple juice. Give through feeding tube. Flush the feeding tube before and after medicine is given.
  • Oral-disintegrating tablet: Place on tongue and let dissolve. Water is not needed. Do not swallow whole. Do not chew, break, or crush.
  • Injection:
  • This medicine is given into a vein constantly for a period of time.
What do I do if I miss a dose? (does not apply to patients in the hospital)
  • Take a missed dose as soon as possible.
  • If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular schedule.
  • Do not take a double dose or extra doses.
  • Do not change dose or stop medicine. Talk with healthcare provider.
What are the precautions when taking this medicine?
  • Check medicines with healthcare provider. This medicine may not mix well with other medicines.
  • If you have PKU, talk with healthcare provider. Some products do contain phenylalanine.
  • Do not take sucralfate within 30 minutes of this medicine.
  • Avoid alcohol (includes wine, beer, and liquor).
  • Tell healthcare provider if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant.
What are some possible side effects of this medicine?
  • Headache.
  • Diarrhea.
What should I monitor?
  • Change in condition being treated. Is it better, worse, or about the same?
  • Follow up with healthcare provider.
Reasons to call healthcare provider immediately
  • If you suspect an overdose, call your local poison control center immediately or dial 911.
  • Signs of a life-threatening reaction. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; fits; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.
  • Severe dizziness or passing out.
  • Severe diarrhea.
  • Unusual bruising or bleeding.
  • Any rash.
  • No improvement in condition or feeling worse.
How should I store this medicine?
  • Store at room temperature.
  • Protect from moisture. Do not store in a bathroom or kitchen.
General statements
  • If you have a life-threatening allergy, wear allergy identification at all times.
  • Do not share your medicine with others and do not take anyone else's medicine.
  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children and pets.
  • Keep a list of all your medicines (prescription, natural products, supplements, vitamins, over-the-counter) with you. Give this list to healthcare provider (doctor, nurse, nurse practitioner, pharmacist, physician assistant).
  • Talk with healthcare provider before starting any new medicine, including over-the-counter, natural products, or vitamins.
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