Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet
Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet 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.
Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet 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 Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet, 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. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet is to be taken on an 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 Lanzoprax
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Constipation
Nausea
Headache
Dizziness
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.
Driving
UNSAFE
Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
FAQs:
What is Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet? What is it used for?
Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as proton pump inhibitors. Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet 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 Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet be taken empty stomach or with food?
Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet 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 Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet, 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 Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet used for children?
Affirmative, Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet is used in the management of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and erosive gastritis in children. However, the safety and effectiveness of Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet are established only in children between 1 and 17 years of age.
What is Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet? What is it used for?
Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as proton pump inhibitors. Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet 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 Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet?
If Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet 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 Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet given through the nasogastric tube?
Your doctor or nurse will show you the correct way of giving Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet through the nasogastric (NG) tube. Open the Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet 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 Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet be taken empty stomach or with food?
Usually, Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet is taken once a day, first thing in the morning, on an empty stomach. If you take Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet 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 Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet cause diarrhea?
Affirmative, Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet 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 Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet 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 Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet?
No, alcohol intake is not advised with Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet. Alcohol itself does not affect the working of Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet, but it can increase the acid production. This may further cause worsening of your symptoms.
Is Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet safe to use?
Affirmative, Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet is relatively safe to use. Most of the people who take Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet 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 Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet?
Affirmative, you can take antacids along with Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet. Take it 2 hours before or after you take Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet.
Can I stop taking Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet if I feel better?
If you have been taking Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet 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 Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet.
Can Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet cause weight gain?
Weight gain is reported in less than 1% of the patients taking Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet 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 Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet, 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 Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet used for children?
Affirmative, Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet is used in the management of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and erosive gastritis in children. However, the safety and effectiveness of Lanzoprax Kid 30 Tablet 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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