All Details About Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry
Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry
Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry 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.
Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry is also used to prevent stomach ulcers and acidity. This medicine should be taken one hour before a meal. The dose and duration of the treatment 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 of this medicine include nausea, abdominal pain, constipation, 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 increase the risk of side effects. For instance, using this medicine for more than one year may increase your risk of bone fractures, especially with higher doses. Communicate to your doctor about ways to prevent bone loss (osteoporosis), such as taking calcium and vitamin D supplements.
Earlier taking Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry, you need to tell your doctor if you have severe liver problems or are taking medicines for HIV. Also, if you 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. Prolonged use of painkillers increases the risk of peptic ulcers.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not handle the tablets with wet hands. Put it in your mouth but do not swallow it. Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry is to be taken empty stomach.
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Ordinary side effects of Lanzbery
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Constipation
Nausea
Headache
Dizziness
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
FAQs:
What is Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry? What is it used for?
Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry belongs to a class of medicines known as proton pump inhibitors. Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry is used for the treatment of acidity, peptic ulcer disease (gastric and duodenal ulcers), reflux esophagitis, or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It works by reducing the amount of acid made by your stomach.
Should Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry be taken empty stomach or with food?
Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry is taken on an empty stomach. It should be swallowed whole (remember not to chew or crush it) and taken at least 1 hour before a meal with some water.
While taking Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry, which foods should be avoided?
It's best to avoid foods that trigger acidity and heartburn, as they can worsen your condition. These include fried or spicy foods, butter, oil, and caffeinated drinks like cola or tea.
Is Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry used for children?
Affirmative, Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry is used in the management of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and erosive gastritis in children. However, the safety and effectiveness of Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry are established only in children between 1 and 17 years of age.
What is Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry? What is it used for?
Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry belongs to a class of medicines known as proton pump inhibitors. Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry is used for the treatment of peptic ulcer disease (gastric and duodenal ulcers), reflux esophagitis or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It is also used to treat a disease associated with excessive acid production in the stomach known as Zollinger Ellison syndrome (ZES). It works by reducing the amount of acid made by your stomach.
What are the long term side effects of Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry?
If Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry is used for more than 3 months, certain long term side effects may be seen. The most important of these is low magnesium levels in your blood which may make you feel tired, confused, dizzy, shaky or dizzy. You may also have muscle twitches or irregular heartbeat. If the use is further prolonged for more than a year, you may have an increased risk of bone fractures (due to decreased calcium levels in the blood), especially hip, wrist or spine, stomach infections and vitamin B12 deficiency. Vitamin B12 deficiency can make you anemic, as a result of which you may feel more tired, weak, or pale. Increaseitionally you may also have palpitations, shortness of breath, lightheadedness, indigestion, loss of appetite, flatulence (gas) or nerve problems such as numbness, tingling and problem in walking.
How is Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry given through the nasogastric tube?
Your doctor or nurse will show you the correct way of giving Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry through the nasogastric (NG) tube. Open the Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry capsule and empty the granules into a syringe. Mix the contents with apple juice in the syringe and attach it to the NG tube and give directly into the stomach. Once given, flush the NG tube with more apple juice to clear the tube.
Should Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry be taken empty stomach or with food?
Usually, Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry is taken once a day, first thing in the morning, on an empty stomach. If you take Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry twice a day, take 1 dose in the morning and 1 dose in the evening. The tablets should be swallowed whole (remember not be chewed or crushed) and taken at least 1 hour before a meal with some water.
Can Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry cause diarrhea?
Affirmative, Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry may cause diarrhea as a side effect in some people. This is usually not bothersome, but if you experience persistent watery stools that do not go away, along with stomach cramps and fever, get medical help immediately. These symptoms are most likely because of the overgrowth of harmful bacteria called C. difficile and the diarrhea is known as Clostridium difficile–associated diarrhea (CDAD). Employ of Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry lowers the natural stomach acid which normally helps to kill bacteria and this can cause uncontrollable diarrhea associated with stomach cramps and fever.
Can I take alcohol with Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry?
No, alcohol intake is not advised with Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry. Alcohol itself does not affect the working of Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry, but it can increase the acid production. This may further cause worsening of your symptoms.
Is Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry safe to use?
Affirmative, Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry is relatively safe to use. Most of the people who take Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry do not get a side effect. It is advised to be taken as directed by the doctor for maximum benefit.
Can I take antacids along with Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry?
Affirmative, you can take antacids along with Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry. Take it 2 hours before or after you take Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry.
Can I stop taking Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry if I feel better?
If you have been taking Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry for a long time, stopping it abruptly may lead to increased acid production, thereby worsening your symptoms. Therefore, you must discuss any dose changes or if you wish to come off Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry.
Can Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry cause weight gain?
Weight gain is reported in less than 1% of the patients taking Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry but the exact cause is unknown. One possible explanation is higher food intake once the reflux symptoms are relieved. Lifestyle modifications such as proper diet and exercise can help to prevent weight gain.
While taking Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry, which foods should be avoided?
You should preferably avoid foods that cause acidity and heartburn as they will only worsen your condition, for example: fried or spicy food, butter, oil, and juices, caffeinated drinks like cola or tea, drinks from citrus fruits like lemon water or orange juice and alcohol.
Is Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry used for children?
Affirmative, Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry is used in the management of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and erosive gastritis in children. However, the safety and effectiveness of Lanzbery 15mg Tablet MD Strawberry are established only in children between 1 to 17 years of age.
Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)
Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H
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