LANSOPRAZOLE

Lansoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) that reduces stomach acid. It is usually taken before a meal, most often before breakfast.

What Lansoprazole Is Used For

• Acidity, heartburn and acid reflux (GERD)
• Stomach and duodenal ulcers
• Part of combination treatment for H. pylori

Common Side Effects

• Headache
• Diarrhoea or constipation
• Nausea

Precautions

Lansoprazole is meant for a defined course rather than indefinite daily use without review. Long-term use can lower magnesium and vitamin B12. See a doctor if heartburn keeps returning after a course, or if you notice weight loss, difficulty swallowing or black stools.

This page is general information only. It is not a substitute for advice from your doctor or pharmacist, and it does not include dosage. Always follow the directions given to you and read the leaflet inside the pack.