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

how effective is prevacid (lansoprazole)?

Accepted Answer

Very effective: Prevacid, and all the members of the class of medicines termed proton pump inhibitor's or PPIs, are very effective at reducing stomach acid. They also have very few side effects. You can use them under medical supervision with confidence. Good luck.

Question 4

what are the concerns of prevacid (lansoprazole) use?

Accepted Answer

Prevacid (lansoprazole): The concerns would be if you are on it long term. Calcium, iron, magnesium, B12 should be monitored and supplemented if needed.

Question 5

i accidently took 2 prevacid (lansoprazole) is that bad?

Accepted Answer

No: This is harmless and you should not be worried.

Question 6

please describe the medication: prevacid (lansoprazole)?

Accepted Answer

Acid reducer: Prevacid is a proton pump inhibitor that decreases stomach acid production. The generic for is called lansoprazole. It comes in over the counter strength of 15mg and by prescription at 30mg.

Question 7

is there any way to get discounted prevacid (lansoprazole) solutabs?

Accepted Answer

Prevacid (lansoprazole): Prevacid now comes in generic form (lansoprazole)  which is cheaper. I was just advised by a pharmacist that solutab has been on back order or discontinued.

Question 8

lansoprazole, what side effects?

Accepted Answer

Nausea: Nausea and diarrhea are the most common side effects of lansoprazole.

Question 9

is it safe to take lansoprazole for years?

Accepted Answer

Probably: Proton pump inhibitors are generally quite safe to take the long-term. There have been some increasing associations with pneumonia and other infections, perhaps it can weak bones (osteoporosis), but mostly these are safe. The real question is do you really need this medication for years?

Question 10

prevacid (lansoprazole) 30 mg side effects?

Accepted Answer

Prevacid (lansoprazole) S.E.'s: Prevacid (lansoprazole) is a very well tolerated medication, but in the short term it can cause a number of dose-dependent side effects including commonly headache and diarhea. Longer term use carries other consequences (please see my earlier answer on this topic in healthtap).

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