Lanzomed 15mg Tablet DT is a medicine that reduces the amount of acid produced in your stomach. It is used for treating acid-related diseases of the stomach and intestine such as acid reflux, peptic ulcer disease, and some other stomach conditions associated with excessive acid production.

Lanzomed 15mg Tablet DT is also used to prevent stomach ulcers and acidity that may be seen with the prolonged use of painkillers. It belongs to a class of medicines known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). This medicine should be taken one hour before a meal, preferably in the morning. The dose will depend on your underlying condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep on taking it as prescribed even if your symptoms disappear quickly. You can increase the efficiency of the treatment by eating smaller meals more often and avoiding caffeinated drinks (like tea and coffee), and spicy or fatty foods.

The most common side effects observed with this medicine include nausea, headache, flatulence, abdominal pain, constipation, and diarrhea. These symptoms are generally mild but if they bother you or do not go away, consult your doctor. Long-term use of this medicine may lead to an increased risk of side effects. For instance, using this medicine for more than 1 year may increase your risk for bone fractures, especially with higher doses. Talk to your doctor about ways to prevent bone loss (osteoporosis), like taking calcium and vitamin D supplements.

Before taking this medicine, you need to tell your doctor if you have severe liver problems, are taking medicines for HIV, have ever had an allergic reaction to similar medicines in the past, or suffer from bone loss (osteoporosis). Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it.

Uses of Lanzomed Tablet DT

Acidity
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)
Peptic ulcer disease

Side effects of Lanzomed Tablet DT

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Lanzomed

Nausea
Headache
Flatulence
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Constipation

How to use Lanzomed Tablet DT

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Lanzomed 15mg Tablet DT is to be taken empty stomach.

How Lanzomed Tablet DT works

Lanzomed 15mg Tablet DT is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). It works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach which helps in relief of acid related indigestion and heartburn.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Lanzomed 15mg Tablet DT. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Lanzomed 15mg Tablet DT is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Lanzomed 15mg Tablet DT is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Lanzomed 15mg Tablet DT may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Lanzomed 15mg Tablet DT is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Lanzomed 15mg Tablet DT is recommended.

Liver

CAUTION

Lanzomed 15mg Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lanzomed 15mg Tablet DT may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Lanzomed Tablet DT?

If you miss a dose of Lanzomed 15mg Tablet DT, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

It is a well-tolerated medicine and provides relief for a long time.
Lanzomed 15mg Tablet DT should be taken 1 hour before a meal, preferably in the morning.
Some healthy tips to prevent acidity from happening:
- Avoid excessive intake of carbonated beverages/soft drinks, citrus juices, fried food, caffeinated beverages like tea and coffee.
- Avoid alcohol and smoking.
- Avoid eating late at night or before bedtime.
Inform your doctor if you get watery diarrhea, fever or stomach pain that does not go away.
Inform your doctor if you do not feel better after taking it for 14 days as you may be suffering from some other problem that needs attention.
Long-term use of Lanzomed 15mg Tablet DT can cause weak bones and a deficiency of minerals such as magnesium. Take adequate dietary intake of calcium and magnesium or their supplements as prescribed by your doctor.
Consult your doctor right away if you develop decreased urination, edema (swelling due to fluid retention), lower back pain, nausea, fatigue, and rash or fever. These could be signs of a kidney problem.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Timoprazole Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Proton-Pump Inhibitors

Interaction with drugs

Taking Lanzomed with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Erlotinib (Oral Route) Severe

Lansoprazole may reduce blood levels of Erlotinib. Do not consume Erlotinib with Lansoprazole.

Sevelamer (Oral Route) Moderate

Concurrent use may increase the risk of high blood phosphate levels. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your potassium levels along with your overall treatmen... More

Digoxin (Oral Route) Moderate

Lansoprazole may cause low magnesium levels in the body and increase the risk of Digoxin poisoning. Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.

Cefpodoxime Proxetil (Oral Route) Moderate

Voriconazole (Oral Route) Moderate

Lansoprazole may fasten the elimination of Voriconazole and its active form. Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.Doctor may monitor your liver function.

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Patient concerns

Moderate Throat Pain in left side Moderate Ear pain. Acid reflux too often

Dr. Vijay Verma

ENT

it may be due to acidity also you may have got some ulcer or infection in that region visit ent specialist near you for proper examination

Heartburn Mental disorder Depression Frequent persistent heartburn Gastroesophageal reflux disease Irritable bowel syndrome Indigestion Back flow of acid from stomach Difficulty in swallowing Inflammation of esophagus Excess acid secretion by stomach Intestinal or stomach ulcers

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

You need to be examined in clinic to reach a diagnosis and then appropriate medicine can be prescribed

Suffering from acid reflux disease due to which pain in throat and right side of lower abdomen

Dr. Saurav Arora

Homeopathy

Dear sir for the time being you can take Robinia 30, 04 drops in half cup water and Nixocid tab 2 tab thrice daily for a month, but as this case needs supervision, discussion and examination you need to visit a homeopath so that he can discuss your case in detail, get some investigations, do examination and guide you accordingly,

FAQs

What is Lanzomed 15mg Tablet DT? What is it used for?

Lanzomed 15mg Tablet DT belongs to a class of medicines known as proton pump inhibitors. Lanzomed 15mg Tablet DT is used for the treatment of peptic ulcer disease (gastric and duodenal ulcers), reflux esophagitis or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It is also used to treat a disease associated with excessive acid production in the stomach known as Zollinger Ellison syndrome (ZES). It works by reducing the amount of acid made by your stomach.

How is Lanzomed 15mg Tablet DT given through the nasogastric tube?

Your doctor or nurse will show you the correct way of giving Lanzomed 15mg Tablet DT through the nasogastric (NG) tube. Open the Lanzomed 15mg Tablet DT capsule and empty the granules into a syringe. Mix the contents with apple juice in the syringe and attach it to the NG tube and give directly into the stomach. Once given, flush the NG tube with more apple juice to clear the tube.

Should Lanzomed 15mg Tablet DT be taken empty stomach or with food?

Usually, Lanzomed 15mg Tablet DT is taken once a day, first thing in the morning, on an empty stomach. If you take Lanzomed 15mg Tablet DT twice a day, take 1 dose in the morning and 1 dose in the evening. The tablets should be swallowed whole (remember not be chewed or crushed) and taken at least 1 hour before a meal with some water.

While taking Lanzomed 15mg Tablet DT, which foods should be avoided?

You should preferably avoid foods that cause acidity and heartburn as they will only worsen your condition, for example: fried or spicy food, butter, oil, and juices, caffeinated drinks like cola or tea, drinks from citrus fruits like lemon water or orange juice and alcohol.

Is Lanzomed 15mg Tablet DT used for children?

Yes, Lanzomed 15mg Tablet DT is used in the management of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and erosive gastritis in children. However, the safety and effectiveness of Lanzomed 15mg Tablet DT are established only in children between 1 to 17 years of age.

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