LANSEC 30 MG CAPSULE

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Manufactured By : Cipla Ltd

Composition : Lansoprazole (30mg)

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Description:

LANSEC 30 MG CAPSULE is a medicine that reduces the amount of acid produced in your stomach. It is used for treating acid-related diseases of the stomach and intestine such as acid reflux, peptic ulcer disease, and some other stomach conditions associated with excessive acid production.

LANSEC 30 MG CAPSULE is also used to prevent stomach ulcers and acidity that may be seen with the prolonged use of painkillers. It belongs to a class of medicines known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). This medicine should be taken one hour before a meal, preferably in the morning. The dose will depend on your underlying condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep on taking it as prescribed even if your symptoms disappear quickly. You can increase the efficiency of the treatment by eating smaller meals more often and avoiding caffeinated drinks (like tea and coffee), and spicy or fatty foods.

The most common side effects observed with this medicine include nausea, headache, flatulence, and diarrhea. These symptoms are generally mild but if they bother you or do not go away, consult your doctor. Long-term use of this medicine may lead to an increased risk of side effects. For instance, using this medicine for more than 1 year may increase your risk for bone fractures, especially with higher doses. Talk to your doctor about ways to prevent bone loss (osteoporosis), like taking calcium and vitamin D supplements.

Before taking this medicine, you need to tell your doctor if you have severe liver problems, are taking medicines for HIV, have ever had an allergic reaction to similar medicines in the past, or suffer from bone loss (osteoporosis). Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it.

Uses / Indications:

Interactions / Warnings:

Taking a large amount of alcohol can increase acidity and cause acid reflux in the food pipe causing heartburn. This would decrease the effect of this drug and can aggravate your underlying condition.

Pregnancy interaction:

LANSEC 30 MG CAPSULE is probably safe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

Expert advice:

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. Lansec can decrease magnesium levels in blood. Get your magnesium levels checked regularly. You may need a magnesium supplement or need to discontinue your medicine. Inform your doctor if you are suffering from osteoporosis as Lansec can weaken your bones by decreasing calcium levels in blood. You may need a calcium supplement, preferably calcium citrate. Lansec is a well-tolerated medicine and provides relief for a long time. It may take a few days to show its effect. You can take an antacid for a quick relief during this time unless your doctor has asked you not to use them. Once you start feeling better, do not stop taking your medicine. Take it for the duration as advised by your doctor

Side Effects:

Nausea, Headache, Abdominal pain, Constipation, Flatulence, Diarrhoea.

How to use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. LANSEC 30 MG CAPSULE is to be taken with food.

How it works:

LANSEC 30 MG CAPSULE is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). It works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach which helps in relief of acid-related indigestion and heartburn.

Faq for medicine:

What are the side effects of Lansec use in infants? : Use of Lansec in infants (children < 1 year of age) may commonly cause diarrhea, constipation, stomach upset, and flatulence. It may make infants irritable and inconsolable and difficult to sleep. Long-term use may cause inflammation of the pancreas, irritable colon, stool discoloration, growth of fungus in food pipe, stomatitis, abdominal swelling, mucosal atrophy of the tongue and decrease absorption of vitamins and minerals. Some may have severe allergic reactions also.|Can I take Lansec with clopidogrel? : Lansec can be safely taken with clopidogrel. No clinically important changes in the action of clopidogrel have been seen when Lansec and clopidogrel are used together.|How is Lansec given through the nasogastric tube? : Open the Lansec capsule and empty the granules into a syringe. Mix the contents with apple juice in the syringe and attach it to the nasogastric (NG) tube and give directly into the stomach. Once given, flush the NG tube with more apple juice to clear the tube.|Does long term use of Lansec is associated with side effects? : Patients taking Lansec for a long period of time (a year or longer) may have decreased calcium levels leading to an increased risk of fractures of the hip, wrist, or spine. It can also decrease magnesium levels when used for more than 3 months. Long-term use may also cause inflammation of stomach lining (atrophic gastritis). Take Lansec only at the dose and for duration advised by your doctor|Why does Lansec cause diarrhea? : Use of Lansec lowers the natural stomach acid which normally helps to kill bacteria. So, use of Lansec leads to overgrowth of the harmful bacteria which can cause diarrhea. This is known as Clostridium difficile–associated diarrhea (CDAD). Inform your doctor if you have loose stools many times in a day and for many days with stomach cramps and fever.|Does Lansec cause burping? : Burping also known as belching or eructations is a side effect seen with Lansec use. Other common side effects associated are nausea, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, and flatulence.|Is Lansec a CYP3A4 inhibitor? : No, Lansec does not inhibit CYP3A4, it inhibits other subtypes of CYP enzymes namely, CYP2C19 and CYP2C9. However, there are no significant drug-drug interactions because of this property.|Is Lansec safe to use? : Lansec is safe to use when taken at doses and for a duration strictly as advised by the doctor. However, there are some common side effects associated with its use includes nausea, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, and flatulence.|Why does Lansec cause a sore throat? : Sore throat occurs in less than 1% of the patients who take Lansec but the reason for the same is not known.|Can I use Lansec with antacids? : Lansec can be taken with antacids like aluminum hydroxide, magnesium carbonate or sodium bicarbonate. However, antacids should be taken two hours before or one hour after taking Lansec because it requires a lower pH for its action and antacids can increase the pH of the stomach and decrease the action of Lansec.|Why do Lansec cause vitamin D deficiency and osteoporosis? : Lansec decreases calcium absorption leading to calcium deficiency. So, it increases the risk of osteoporosis (thinning of bones) and bone fractures on long-term use, like hip, wrist or spine fractures. Inform your doctor if you have osteoporosis or if you are taking corticosteroids (they increase the risk of osteoporosis) before starting your therapy. Take enough calcium and vitamin D to reduce the risk.|Does Lansec increase appetite (make you hungry)? : Yes, Lansec can increase appetite and make you feel hungry. This is reported to be an uncommon side effect seen with the use of Lansec.|What is the role of Lansec in the treatment of Hpylori? : Lansec is used along with antibiotics for the treatment of H.Pylori infection. It works by decreasing stomach acid volume and breakdown and washout of antibiotics leading to an increase in antibiotic concentration and tissue penetration. It also helps in the symptomatic relief by decreasing associated acidity, reflux, and heartburn.|Is Lansec a vesicant? : A vesicant is a substance which causes blistering and tissue injury. Lansec is not a vesicant. It is a proton pump inhibitor used for the treatment of acidity, heartburn, intestinal ulcers and stomach ulcers.|Why does Lansec cause weight gain? : Weight gain is reported in less than 1% of the patients taking Lansec but the exact cause is unknown. One of the possible explanation is higher food intake once the reflux symptoms are relieved. Lifestyle modifications such as proper diet and avoidance of overeating should be observed to avoid weight gain.|Can I take Lansec with ibuprofen? : Yes, Lansec can be taken with ibuprofen. Lansec can be used to prevent ibuprofen (painkillers) induced gastritis and stomach ulcers by decreasing the production of acid in the stomach. Moreover, there are no clinically significant interactions of Lansec with ibuprofen. |Does Lansec treat irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? : Lansec is not routinely used for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It is given if there is associated dyspepsia or increased stomach acid secretion. IBS is managed with a combination of antispasmodics (to relieve stomach pain), laxatives (to relieve constipation), and anti-motility drugs (to relieve diarrhea).|Can I take Lansec with aspirin? : Yes, you can take Lansec with aspirin. However, Lansec decreases stomach acid and makes stomach juices alkaline. This can decrease absorption of aspirin and break the enteric coating of the formulations. However, these interactions are minor and can be avoided by taking the medicines at a time gap.|Can I take Lansec with prednisolone? : Lansec can be taken with steroids like prednisolone. Lansec is used to prevent prednisolone (steroid) induced gastritis and stomach ulcers by decreasing the production of acid in the stomach. No drug-drug interactions or harmful effects have been seen when Lansec is used with prednisolone.|Can I take Lansec with hyoscine? : Yes, hyoscine can be taken with Lansec. They are given together as hyoscine can help in better relief when given with Lansec. However, some studies in normal individuals have also shown that hyoscine can decrease the effect of Lansec. So, it is advisable to consult your doctor before taking them together.|Is Lansec used to treat a cough? : Lansec is used for the treatment of acidity, heartburn, intestinal ulcers and stomach ulcers and can help in providing relief in a chronic cough that may happen due to acid reflux. However, it is not used to treat a cough due to cold, flu or throat infections.|While taking Lansec : You should preferably avoid foods that cause acidity and heartburn as they would aggravate your disease condition, for example: fried foods, prepared in butter or oil, fat rich foods, tomato-based foods and juices, caffeinated drinks like cola, tea, drinks from citrus fruits like lemon water or orange juice and alcohol-containing drinks.|Does Lansec cause dry mouth? : Yes, use of Lansec is associated with dry mouth, however, this is not a very common side. Some common side effects seen with Lansec use are nausea, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, and flatulence.|Does Lansec make you tired? : Yes, use of Lansec makes you feel tired (fatigue) very commonly. Some other common side effects seen with its use are nausea, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, and flatulence.|Is Lansec used to treat nausea? : Lansec is used for the treatment of acidity, heartburn, intestinal ulcers and stomach ulcers and can help in providing relief in nausea that may happen due to acid reflux. It is not used to treat nausea due to any other cause. Rather, nausea is one of the most common side effect of Lansec.|Can I take Lansec with paracetamol? : Yes, you can take Lansec with paracetamol. Lansec is used to prevent paracetamol (painkillers) induced gastritis and stomach ulcers by decreasing the production of acid in the stomach. There are no clinically significant drug-drug interactions or harmful effects seen when they are used together.|IS it safe to take Lansec with vitamin C (ascorbic acid)? : Yes, Lansec can be taken with vitamin C (ascorbic acid). There are no drug-drug interactions or any harmful effects seen when they are used together.|Is it safe to take Lansec with naproxen? : Lansec can be taken with naproxen. No drug-drug interactions or any harmful effects have been reported when they are used together.|Is Lansec used for children? : Yes, Lansec is used in the management of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and erosive gastritis in children. However, the safety and effectiveness of Lansec are established only in children between 1 to 17 years of age.|Is Lansec a controlled substance? : Lansec is not a controlled substance. It's a prescription medicine and is available on providing a valid prescription by a doctor.|Is Lansec a beta blocker? : No, Lansec is not a beta blocker. It is a Proton pump inhibitor is used in the treatment of acidity, heartburn, intestinal ulcers and stomach ulcers.|Is Lansec a probiotic? : No,Lansec is not a probiotic. It is a Proton pump inhibitor is used in the treatment of acidity, heartburn, intestinal ulcers and stomach ulcers. A probiotic is a substance, which is helpful in diarrhea.|Is Lansec a narcotic substance? : Lansec is a not a narcotic substance and has not been reported to have any abuse potential. Lansec does not get you high and does not cause any addiction as no withdrawal symptoms have been reported when you stop taking this drug.|Is Lansec an antibiotic? : No, Lansec is not an antibiotic. It is a Proton pump inhibitor is used in the treatment of acidity, heartburn, intestinal ulcers and stomach ulcers. An antibiotic is a medicine, which is used to treat infections.|Is Lansec a sulfa drug? : No,Lansec is not a sulfa drug. It is a Proton pump inhibitor is used in the treatment of acidity, heartburn, intestinal ulcers and stomach ulcers.|Is Lansec a steroid? : No, Lansec is not a steroid. It is a Proton pump inhibitor is used in the treatment of acidity, heartburn, intestinal ulcers and stomach ulcers.|Is Lansec a NSAID? : No, Lansec is not a NSAID. It is a Proton pump inhibitor is used in the treatment of acidity, heartburn, intestinal ulcers and stomach ulcers. NSAIDs are painkillers, which are used to treat pain.|Is Lansec a statin? : No, Lansec is not a statin. It is a Proton pump inhibitor is used in the treatment of acidity, heartburn, intestinal ulcers and stomach ulcers.|Is Lansec a laxative? : No,Lansec is not a laxative. It is a Proton pump inhibitor is used in the treatment of acidity, heartburn, intestinal ulcers and stomach ulcers. A laxative is a medicine, which is used to treat constipation.|Is Lansec a diuretic? : No,Lansec is not a diuretic. It is a Proton pump inhibitor is used in the treatment of acidity, heartburn, intestinal ulcers and stomach ulcers. A diuretic is a medicine, which removes excess water and electrolytes from the body through urine.|Is Lansec a prescription drug? : Lansec is a prescription medicine and is available on providing a valid prescription by a doctor.|Is Lansec an H2 blocker? : No,Lansec is not an H2 blocker. It is a Proton pump inhibitor is used in the treatment of acidity, heartburn, intestinal ulcers and stomach ulcers.

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