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Can prevacid (lansoprazole) be used to treat really bad gerd?
7 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Yes: Prevacid (lansoprazole) is a ppi which is a class of medications used to treat reflux. If not better ca your doctor.
Answered 6/30/2014
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Yes: Prevacid (lansoprazole) is an appropriate for gerd. It should be taken on an empty stomach, 30 minutes before a meal for it to be most effective.
Answered 6/30/2014
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Yes: Prevacid (lansoprazole) and the other proton pump inhibitors (ppis) are often used to treat the symptoms of reflux. They are safe but not without side effects.
Answered 2/2/2017
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