Buy Prevacid Online
Generic name: Lansoprazole
Medicine |
Quantity / Units |
Price |
Checkout |
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Prevacid |
30 mg. x 30 units |
$21.25 |
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Why is Prevacid prescribed?
Doctors use Prevacid to treat stomach ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease, and a condition called erosive esophagitis. This medication works by blocking the production of stomach acid. Prevacid is also used for long-term treatment of certain diseases marked by excessive acid production, such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. In addition, Prevacid is prescribed as part of a combination treatment to eliminate the H. pylori infection that causes most cases of duodenal ulcer.
How do I use Prevacid?
You should take Prevacid before meals. If you have trouble swallowing the capsules, you can sprinkle the contents on a tablespoon of applesauce; swallow immediately without chewing or crushing the granules. You can also mix the granules with 2 ounces of orange juice or tomato juice. Make sure you get the entire dose.
If you are taking antacids for pain, you may continue to do so. You also may continue to take sucralfate (Carafate), but take your dose of Prevacid at least 30 minutes prior to the Carafate.
What are the potential side effects from Prevacid?
Before you buy Prevacid take into consideration the possible side effects: Diarrhea, Abdominal pain, constipation and nausea, Confusion, convulsions, cough, coughing up blood, deafness, decreased or increased sex drive, dehydration, depression, diabetes, kidney problems.
What should I discuss with my doctor before taking Prevacid?
Consult your doctor if you have any of the following conditions:
If you have ever had an allergic reaction to it, avoid this medicine. If you have liver disease, be sure your doctor knows about it. Prevacid should be used cautiously. If you do not begin to feel better on Prevacid therapy, or if your symptoms become worse, be sure to call your doctor.
If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, tell your doctor. It is not known whether Prevacid appears in human breast milk. If Prevacid is essential to your health, your doctor may have you stop breast-feeding your baby while you are taking it.
What is the recommended dose for Prevacid?
In Adults, for treatment of Duodenal Ulcer: The standard dose is 15 milligrams once daily, before eating, for 4 weeks.
In Adults to Prevent Relapse of Duodenal Ulcer: Take 15 milligrams once a day.
For Treatment of Stomach Ulcer: The standard dose is 30 milligrams once a day for up to 8 weeks.
For Treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease: Take 15 milligrams once a day for up to 8 weeks.