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What is Prevacid?

Prevacid and the generic alternative lansoprazole are medications used to prevent stomach and intestinal ulcers, erosive esophagitis and other conditions which involve excessive stomach acid. Lansoprazole decreases the amount of acid that is produced by your stomach and can relieve symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing and persistent cough.

Always read the patient information and instructions carefully before using this medication. Follow your doctor’s directions.

• Lansoprazole should be taken before a meal.
• Take Prevacid for the full prescribed length of time even if your symptoms have improved.
• Tell your doctor if your symptoms do not improve.
• Talk to your doctor about B-12 deficiency if you will be taking this medication for longer than three years.

Make sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist:

• If you have any drug or other allergies.
• Which other prescription and non-prescription medications you currently take.
• Your medical history especially of liver disease, lupus, osteoporosis or low levels of magnesium in your blood.
• If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breast feeding.

Also be aware that:

• This medication may increase your chance of broken bones especially if you take this medication more than once a day or for a long period of time. Ask your doctor for ways you can keep your bones healthy.
• Sucralfate (Carafate) can make it harder for your body to absorb this medication. Wait at least thirty minutes after taking lansoprazole before taking sucralfate.

Common Prevacid side effects may include but are not limited to:

• Abdominal pain or diarrhea.
• Headaches.

Contact your doctor if you experience any of the following side effects of lansoprazole:

• Signs of a low magnesium level such as seizures, persistent muscle spasms or an unusually slow, fast or irregular heartbeat.
• Signs of a B-12 deficiency such as sore tongue, weakness or a numbness or tingling in your hands or feet.
• Signs of lupus such as new or worsening joint pain or a rash on the nose and cheeks.
• Signs of a severe intestinal condition such as persistent diarrhea, abdominal pain, stomach pain, cramping, fever or blood or mucus in your stool. You should not use anti-diarrhea or opioid medications if yu have these symptoms.
• Signs of an allergic reaction such as hives, difficulty breathing or a swelling of your face, lips or throat.

What should I do if I miss a dose of Prevacid?

If you miss a dose of this medication, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, then skip your missed dose.

What should I do if I have diarrhea while taking Prevacid?

Talk to your doctor before using anti-diarrhea medication if you have diarrhea which is bloody or watery.