PREVACID DRUG INFO
IMPORTANT NOTE:
What should my health care professional know before I
take Prevacid? They need to know if you have any of
these conditions:; liver disease; an unusual or allergic
reaction to Prevacid, other medicines, foods, dyes, or
preservatives; pregnant or trying to get pregnant;
breast-feeding
LANSOPRAZOLE - ORAL
COMMON BRAND NAME: Prevacid
USES FOR
PREVACID:
Prevacid prevents the production of acid in the stomach.
HOW TO USE
PREVACID:
How should I take ? Take Prevacid capsules by
mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label.
Swallow the capsules whole with a drink of water; do not
crush or chew. Prevacid works best if taken on an empty
stomach. It is best to take Prevacid 30 to 60 minutes
before food. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do
not take Prevacid more often than directed.
PREVACID
SIDE EFFECTS:
What side effects may I notice from taking Prevacid?
Side effects that you should report to your prescriber
or health care professional as soon as possible. Rare or
uncommon:; dark yellow or brown urine; fever or sore
throat; unusual skin rash, blistering, or peeling;
unusual bleeding or bruising; yellowing of the eyes or
skin; vomiting Side effects that usually do not require
medical attention (report to your prescriber or health
care professional if they continue or are bothersome):;
abdominal pain; diarrhea or constipation; headache;
nausea
PREVACID
PRECAUTIONS:
What should I watch for while taking Prevacid? It can
take several days of therapy with Prevacid before your
stomach pains improve. Check with your prescriber or
health care professional if your condition does not
improve, or if it gets worse. You can take antacids for
the occasional relief of pain unless your prescriber or
health care professional tells you otherwise.
PREVACID
DRUG INTERACTIONS:
What drug(s) may interact with Prevacid?; ampicillin;
bisacodyl; delavirdine; digoxin; iron salts;
itraconazole; ketoconazole; sucralfate; theophylline;
voriconazole Tell your prescriber or health care
professional about all other medicines you are taking,
including non-prescription medicines, nutritional
supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your
prescriber or health care professional if you are a
frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you
smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the
way Prevacid works. Check with your health care
professional before stopping or starting any of your
medicines.
PREVACID
OVERDOSE: If
overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control
center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of
Prevacid overdose may include restlessness, fever, fast
breathing, dizziness, confusion, hallucinations, panic
or paranoid, drowsiness, convulsions, unconsciousness,
unusually fast or slow heart beat, headache,
nausea/vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, pale or
flushing, chest pain, sweating, muscle weakness,
agitation, large pupils, or delusions.
PREVACID
NOTES: If you
have difficulty swallowing the capsules, you may open
the Prevacid capsule and sprinkle the contents on a
tablespoon of any of the following foods: applesauce,
pudding, cottage cheese, yogurt, or a spoonful of
Ensure® drink. Do not crush the contents of the capsule
into the food. Swallow the dose immediately after
preparing it; do not chew. Follow with a drink of water
PREVACID
STORAGE: Store
Prevacid at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C
(59 and 86 degrees F). Protect from moisture. Throw away
any unused medicine after the expiration date. |
