DEXLANSOPRAZOLE

Overview

DEXLANSOPRAZOLE is a Schedule H drug.
Dexlansoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor that decreases the amount of acid produced in the stomach. Dexlansoprazole is used to treat heartburn caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and to heal erosive esophagitis (damage to the esophagus from stomach acid).

Usage

DEXLANSOPRAZOLE is generally used to treat: GERD, Reflux Esophagitis
DEXLANSOPRAZOLE can address symptoms like: Heartburn

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

Take this medicine with a full glass of water. Do not crush, chew, break, or open a delayed-release capsule. Swallow it whole. Do not use anti-diarrhea medicine unless your doctor tells you to. Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver disease, kidney disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Avoid long-term use of this medication; otherwise it may lead to osteoporosis with symptoms of fractures in hip, wrist or spine. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor if you are taking methotrexate.

Common Side-Effects

DEXLANSOPRAZOLE : Hives, Chest Pain, Tightness, Confusion, Loose Motion, Labored Breathing, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Fever, Head Headache, Dizziness, Nausea, Vomit

Disease Interactions

DEXLANSOPRAZOLE can interfere with: Acute Liver Failure, Osteoporosis, Magnesium Deficiency

Technical Classification

DEXLANSOPRAZOLE is categorized as: PROTON PUMP INHIBITORS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with DEXLANSOPRAZOLE as Ingredient

DDR 30MG CAPDEXLANSOPRAZOLE 30.0 MG
DDR 60MG CAPDEXLANSOPRAZOLE 60.0 MG
DELTONE 60MG CAPDEXLANSOPRAZOLE 60 MG