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dexlansoprazole

This drug is indicated as a short term treatment (4 weeks) for heartburn associated with non-erosive GERD (digestive disorder), and short term treatment (8 weeks) of all grades of erosive oesophagitis. It is used to maintain healing of erosive oesophagitis, and relief of heartburn for up to 6 months.

Contradications

This medication is contraindicated in patients with liver problems, inadequate B12.

Side effects

Side effects of this drug include nausea, vomiting, rash, hives, itching, difficulty in breathing, or swallowing, irregular, fast or pounding heartbeat, excessive tiredness, dizziness, lightheadedness, muscle spasms, uncontrallable shaking of a part of the body, seizures, severe diarrhea with watery stools, stomach pain and fever.

Expert Advice

Take this medication with or without meals.

Do not chew or swallow whole.

If there's difficulty in swallowing, open the capsule and mix all the contents in a tablespoon of applesauce.

FAQs

What is this medicine used for?

It helps in the reduction of the amount of acid produced in your stomach. Hence treating acid-related diseases of the stomach and intestine.

What is the right time to take this medicine?

It should be taken 1 hour before a meal, preferably in the morning.

Once I stop using this medicine, will its effect go away immediately?

No, it does not. It is a well-tolerated medicine and provides relief for a long time.

What should I do if my condition does not improve after using this medicine?

Inform your doctor if you do not feel better after taking it for 14 days, as you may be suffering from some other problem that needs attention.

What happens on long-term usage of this medicine?

Long-term use of Dexlansoprazole can cause weak bones and a deficiency of minerals such as magnesium. To avoid this, take adequate dietary intake of calcium and magnesium or their supplements as prescribed by your doctor.