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DEXLANSOPRAZOLE
Overview:
Dexlansoprazole is a medicine that helps people with acid reflux and heartburn by lowering the amount of acid made in the stomach. What makes it a bit special is its dual-release system, which keeps it working all day with just one pill. It’s often prescribed for GERD and for healing irritation in the food pipe.
Classification: Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI)
Uses:
Dexlansoprazole is mainly used to treat acid-related stomach and esophagus problems. Doctors prescribe it for GERD (acid reflux) to ease symptoms like heartburn and to heal erosive esophagitis, which is damage to the food pipe caused by stomach acid. It’s also used to maintain healing and prevent symptoms from coming back.
How it works:
Dexlansoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) that works by binding to and inhibiting the H⁺/K⁺-ATPase enzyme system (the proton pump) in the parietal cells of the stomach. This enzyme is the final step in gastric acid secretion. By blocking it, Dexlansoprazole suppresses both basal and stimulated acid production. Its dual delayed-release formulation allows the drug to be released in two phases, providing prolonged acid suppression for up to 24 hours with a single daily dose.
Dosage: As prescribed by your doctor.
Side Effects:
- Diarrhea
- Nausea or vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Gas (bloating/flatulence)
- Headache
- Sore throat
Precautions:
When taking Dexlansoprazole, certain precautions matter. It should be used carefully in people with liver problems, and long-term use needs monitoring because it can lead to issues like low magnesium, vitamin B12 deficiency, bone weakness, or infections. It’s not meant for quick relief of heartburn, since it takes time to work. Always tell your doctor about other medicines, as Dexlansoprazole can interact with them.
Disclaimer:This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice and proper dosage.