Prevacid
® (
lansoprazole) is a medicine approved for the treatment of
GERD (
gastroesophageal reflux disease), erosive esophagitis, certain types of ulcers, pathological hypersecretory conditions, and
H. pylori infections. It is available by prescription only and comes in a tablet, capsule, or liquid form that should be taken before eating.
Prevacid is a type of proton pump inhibitor that works by decreasing the amount of acid in the stomach by blocking the acid production sites. This action can help relieve
heartburn and other symptoms.
In order to help ensure safe treatment with Prevacid, drug information should be reviewed with your healthcare provider before you start taking it. Prior to beginning treatment, you should let your healthcare provider know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have liver disease or liver failure, or have any
allergies.
Although most people tolerate Prevacid well, as with all medications, side effects are possible. Some of the most common side effects that have been reported with this drug include
diarrhea, nausea,
headache, and abdominal (stomach) pain.
(Click Prevacid for more drug information, including dosing guidelines, potential side effects that may occur, and important warnings and precautions to be aware of.)
