Question 1

calcium level 8.7. doc wants me on prevacid (lansoprazole) for gerd. should my calcium and magnesium levels be monitored?

Accepted Answer

No: Although well-publicized, the risk of mineral deficiencies in patients on long-term PPI's is extremely small. There is no evidence to suggest that routine monitoring of calcium, magnesium, or any lab test is necessary or recommended. If a PPI is needed to control your symptoms, stick with it. Good luck.

Question 2

on lansoprazole for a year 15mg a day for diverticulitis and for risk bleeding on plavix i see lansoprazole can decrease my magnesium.so on my medication ,especially ramipril can i take magnesium supplements as there is moderate risk of hyperkalemia?

Accepted Answer

You need levels: Before you assume that a possible side effect of a medication is going to happen to you you need to know for sure.  Too much magnesium, potassium or calcium can be as bad as too little.  A simple blood test looking at your magnesium and electrolytes will answer that question, and then you have information to tailor what if any supplements to take

Question 3

70+ can i take magnesium supplements while on plavix(clopidogrel) and( statin alternative fibrazate) and 
lansoprazole after recent carotid stroke?

Accepted Answer

No issue: I would encourage the use of magnesium in your condition .  I would not have any effect on the plavix, (clopidogrel) and would only help your condition.

Question 4

75+fem carotid stroke both occ50%my gp said can't take magnesium bysglicinate 150mg on plavix 75mg lansoprazole quinapril amlopodine,benzalip zapain?

Accepted Answer

Why take MB?: Your question is a bit tough to understand, could you rephrase it?  I can't think of a reason why you would want to take MB since it's not the most effective supplement for what you are potentially trying to achieve with it. As for the medications that you are on, I don't see a reason to say that it would be contraindicated.

Question 5

pernicious anemia :b12 injections every 2 mths would taking 15 mg lansoprazole every day for two years with plavix to protect the stomach from side effects from anti-platelet .could this deplete b12 and magnesium and cause neurological symptoms?

Accepted Answer

No: And if you want another way to get extra B12, you can get B12 pills OTC. Take 1000 unit pill once a day. Will yield same result as injections. Do you really need Lansoprazole???? Are you sure? Why taking Plavix for 2 years? Usually Plavix is used for 6 to 12 months after a stent or CABG. You should be taking an uncoated baby aspirin once a day.

Question 6

i just started taking prevacid (lansoprazole) 15 mg otc two weeks ago. i'm experiencing muscle twiching.is it reversable if i stop prevacid (lansoprazole)? how can i cut it slowly?

Accepted Answer

The prevacid (lansoprazole) itself: is probably not causing the muscle twitching.  However prevacid (lansoprazole) (and all PPI's in that class) can cause a decrease in absorption of certain vitamins and minerals (calcium, magnesium, etc).  These deficiencies can sometimes cause muscle aches and "twitches". These effects are almost never permanent.  Talk to the doctor that recommended it to you about alternatives.

Question 7

lansoprazole is generic for?

Accepted Answer

Prevacid (lansoprazole): Prevacid (lansoprazole).

Question 8

please describe the medication: lansoprazole?

Accepted Answer

PPI: Proton pump inhibitor that decreases acid production in the stomach.

Question 9

what are prevacid (lansoprazole) classification?

Accepted Answer

Prevacid (lansoprazole): Prevacid (lansoprazole) is a proton pump inhibitor.

Question 10

ok to take 15mg lansoprazole while on 50mg sertarline?

Accepted Answer

Yes: These are generally regarded as safe in conjunction with each other and do not have a profound effect on each other's metabolism within the body. You should be able to take each of them without worry. Hope they are helpful.

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Calcium level 8.7. doc wants me on prevacid (lansoprazole) for gerd. should my calcium and magnesium levels be monitored?

A member asked:

On lansoprazole for a year 15mg a day for diverticulitis and for risk bleeding on plavix i see lansoprazole can decrease my magnesium.so on my medication ,especially ramipril can i take magnesium supplements as there is moderate risk of hyperkalemia?

A member asked:

70+ can i take magnesium supplements while on plavix(clopidogrel) and( statin alternative fibrazate) and lansoprazole after recent carotid stroke?

A member asked:

75+fem carotid stroke both occ50%my gp said can't take magnesium bysglicinate 150mg on plavix 75mg lansoprazole quinapril amlopodine,benzalip zapain?

A member asked:

Pernicious anemia :b12 injections every 2 mths would taking 15 mg lansoprazole every day for two years with plavix to protect the stomach from side effects from anti-platelet .could this deplete b12 and magnesium and cause neurological symptoms?

A member asked:

I just started taking prevacid (lansoprazole) 15 mg otc two weeks ago. i'm experiencing muscle twiching.is it reversable if i stop prevacid (lansoprazole)? how can i cut it slowly?

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Lansoprazole is generic for?

A member asked:

Please describe the medication: lansoprazole?

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What are prevacid (lansoprazole) classification?

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Ok to take 15mg lansoprazole while on 50mg sertarline?

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