Question 1

i was prescribed alprazolam 0.25mg for flight anxiety. i dont take it regularly and asked for this preemptively b/c of a panic i had driving for some reason. is this safe drug? i take dexilant daily, no drug interaction?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, it is safe to take as needed only. You will depend on it if used daily, i.e. habitual use should be avoided.
There is no interaction with Dexilant.

Question 2

is expired dexilant (dexlansoprazole) unsafe?

Accepted Answer

Dexilant (dexlansoprazole): In general, recommend against use of expired medications.

Question 3

can you take pepto with dexilant (dexlansoprazole)?

Accepted Answer

Yes You Can But: Yes you can if you have acute symptoms of nausea, heartburn, diarrhea or indigestion on top of dexelent one time to relieve thses symptoms, but you should not take both meds daily.If your symptoms are still there daily while on dexelent, consult your doctor or GI specialist.

Question 4

does dexilant (dexlansoprazole) cause low magnesium?

Accepted Answer

Magnesium levels: Long term use of proton pump inhibitors for over a year, Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) (d) is one, can cause low magnesium (m) levels. Low m levels may cause irritability, nausea, vomiting, anxiety, agitation and sleep problems. Diuretics and beta blocker medications used in combination with d may cause an increased risk of magnesium deficiency. Magnesium is found in green leafy vegetables, whole grain foods and nuts.

Question 5

can dexilant (dexlansoprazole) cause headache or edginess feeling?

Accepted Answer

? low magnesium: Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) like any other proton pump inhibitor can be associated with low magnesium. Low magnesium can lead to palpitations, muscle weakness, jitteriness, twitching and confusion. You should discuss this with you physician as soon as possible.

Question 6

taking dexilant (dexlansoprazole) for 8 weeks. will this cause low magnesium?

Accepted Answer

Magnesium: All PPIs may lower magnesium with long-term use. In March of this year, the FDA issued a warning about PPIs, saying regular use for a year or longer may lead to low levels of magnesium — increasing the risk of leg spasms, arrhythmias (irregular heart beats that can cause heart attack or stroke), and seizures. Their warning said the problem could be reversed with magnesium supplements. But in 25% of cases it couldn’t reverse the deficiency, and PPIs had to be discontinued.

Question 7

is dexilant considered an antacid?

Accepted Answer

: I guess it could be called an antacid though the word "antacid" usually means a substance that neutralizes acid, not one that prevents it from being made. Things like TUMS neutralize acid. Dexilant does not neutralize acid. Dexilant is a proton pump inhibitor, it stops acid from being made in your stomach.

Question 8

can you overdose on dexlansoprazole?

Accepted Answer

Not easily.: You should take it as prescribed and don't take extra but if you did take extra by accident, you probably would be OK for that instant. Good luck.

Question 9

when is the best time to take dexilant (dexlansoprazole)?

Accepted Answer

When convenient: The best time to take Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) is when it is convenient for you to take.

Question 10

what is dexilant (dexlansoprazole) and what are they use for?

Accepted Answer

Medication: It's a medication that relieves heartburn related to acid reflux disease and heals damage to the esophagus.

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I was prescribed alprazolam 0.25mg for flight anxiety. i dont take it regularly and asked for this preemptively b/c of a panic i had driving for some reason. is this safe drug? i take dexilant daily, no drug interaction?

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Is expired dexilant (dexlansoprazole) unsafe?

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Can you take pepto with dexilant (dexlansoprazole)?

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Does dexilant (dexlansoprazole) cause low magnesium?

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Can dexilant (dexlansoprazole) cause headache or edginess feeling?

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Taking dexilant (dexlansoprazole) for 8 weeks. will this cause low magnesium?

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Is dexilant considered an antacid?

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Can you overdose on dexlansoprazole?

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When is the best time to take dexilant (dexlansoprazole)?

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