Generic Name: LANSOPRAZOLE DELAYED-RELEASE CAPSULE - ORAL
Pronounced: (lan-SO-pruh-zole)

Prevacid Oral Precautions

Before taking lansoprazole, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to similar drugs (such as omeprazole, pantoprazole); or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of:

• liver disease

Some symptoms may actually be signs of a more serious condition. Tell your doctor immediately if you have:

• heartburn with lightheadedness/sweating/dizziness
• chest pain or shoulder pain (especially with trouble breathing, sweating, lightheadedness, pain spreading to arms/jaw/neck/shoulders)
• unexplained weight loss

In addition, before you self-treat with this medication, tell your doctor if you have any of these signs of a serious condition:

• trouble/pain swallowing food
• bloody vomit
• vomit that looks like coffee grounds
• bloody/black stools
• heartburn for over 3 months
• frequent chest pain
• frequent wheezing (especially with heartburn)
• nausea/vomiting
• stomach pain

Proton pump inhibitors (such as lansoprazole) may increase your risk for bone fractures, especially with longer use, higher doses, and in older adults. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about ways to prevent bone loss/fracture, such as by taking calcium (such as calcium citrate) and vitamin D supplements.

Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).

During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

It is unknown if this medication passes into breast milk. However, similar drugs pass into breast milk. The effects on a nursing infant are unknown. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Prevacid Oral Side Effects

Diarrhea, abdominal pain, or headache may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

If your doctor has directed you to use this product, remember that he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including:

• symptoms of a low magnesium blood level (such as unusually fast/slow/irregular heartbeat, persistent muscle spasms, seizures)

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including:

• rash
• itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat)
• severe dizziness
• trouble breathing

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

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