Brand Name:
Previcid
Generic Name:
lansoprazole
FDA Drug Classification:
Antiulcer, proton pump inhibitor
Action:
Suppresses gastric secretions; blocks final step of acid production.
Uses:
Used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), erosive esophagitis (severe), conditions that cause excess secretion of gastric secretions (Kollinger-Ellison syndrome, systemic mastocytosis, multiple endocrine adenomas). Also used for treatment of duodenal and gastric ulcers.
Adverse Reactions:
- headache, dizziness, confusion, agitation, amnesia, depression
- diarrhea, abdominal pain,vomiting,nausea, constipation, acid regurgitation
- cough,nosebleed,asthma,bronchitis,shortness of breath
- rash,urticaria,itchy skin
- weight gain, gout
Precautions:
Use with caution for pregnant women, women who are breastfeeding and children
