Question 1

what is the definition or description of: lansoprazole overdose?

Accepted Answer

Rare indeed: The effects of human overdose on lansoprazole are unknown. While acute toxicity is likely to be low, as in any case of suspected overdose the patient should be closely monitored.

Question 2

what is the treatment for lansoprazole overdose?

Accepted Answer

None: Nothing to worry about, however theoretically it may change the metabolism of other medications.

Question 3

is taking 30 mgs of lansoprazole long term > 1 yr. too long, and does drug lose effectiveness when used long term?

Accepted Answer

Lansoprazole : At times the drug may lose some effectiveness but the main concern with long term ppi treatment t is that of decreased absorption of magnesium, calcium, iron, b12.

Question 4

if the pain (below rib 2 inches,  right) passes with lansoprazole at once, do i need endoscopy? its been 5 days i take this drug. should i continue?

Accepted Answer

Discuss: Discuss this with your doctor. It seems that the Lansoprazole has helped you so it makes sense to continue it. If your doctor feels that a direct view of your stomach is necessary then an endoscopy is the answer. All the best.

Question 5

i have been taking prevacid (lansoprazole) for about 19 years for my acid condition.  should i cease to take it and change to another drug for acid reflux ?  please

Accepted Answer

Depends: If you have been comfortable with Prevacid all these years , why change it ?I hope you have had an endoscopy done , if not i recommend you get it done. If you want you can try Zantac (ranitidine)

Question 6

i started taking plavix once a day and i also take prevacid (lansoprazole) and on occasion prilosec. is there any interactions with these drugs?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely: There is a well know interaction between plavix and proton pump inhibitors.  Plavix is a prodrug(inactive) and is activated in the liver.  This process of activation is blocked by proton oump inhibitors.  Specifically with nexium and prilosec, also somewhat with other ppis.  The only one safe to use is dexilant (dexlansoprazole) and possibly protonix. Or change plavix to effient or brilinta under guidance of MD

Question 7

can you develop resistance to ppi drugs after long years usage? omeprazole then lansoprazole and others no longer working?

Accepted Answer

: PPI resistance has been described and is always possible, at this point revisiting with treating gastroenterologist is strongly recommended as an upper endoscopy may be needed.

Question 8

prevacid (lansoprazole) for barrett's esophagus. armour thyroid 120 mg( graves thyroidectomy 40 yrs ago), bupropion 75mg bid. drug interaction? hair loss sick etc

Accepted Answer

No interactions: No interactions between these medications that I am aware of.

Question 9

when is it best to take "lansoprazole"?

Accepted Answer

In the morning: The best time to take a ppi (proton pump inhibitor) is 1 hour before eating, so really first thing in the morning is certainly a great time.

Question 10

what is the best way to make lansoprazole 30mg effective?

Accepted Answer

Lansoprazole : The best way to maximize the effectiveness of Lansoprazole is take it on a regular basis, approximately 20 minutes before some food. Most people take it  in the mornings. Good luck.

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Is taking 30 mgs of lansoprazole long term > 1 yr. too long, and does drug lose effectiveness when used long term?

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If the pain (below rib 2 inches, right) passes with lansoprazole at once, do i need endoscopy? its been 5 days i take this drug. should i continue?

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I have been taking prevacid (lansoprazole) for about 19 years for my acid condition. should i cease to take it and change to another drug for acid reflux ? please

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I started taking plavix once a day and i also take prevacid (lansoprazole) and on occasion prilosec. is there any interactions with these drugs?

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Can you develop resistance to ppi drugs after long years usage? omeprazole then lansoprazole and others no longer working?

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Prevacid (lansoprazole) for barrett's esophagus. armour thyroid 120 mg( graves thyroidectomy 40 yrs ago), bupropion 75mg bid. drug interaction? hair loss sick etc

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When is it best to take "lansoprazole"?

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What is the best way to make lansoprazole 30mg effective?

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