| Brand Name | Dexilant |
| Generic Name | Dexlansoprazole |
| Drug Class | Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI) |
| Availability | Prescription |
| Manufacturer | Takeda |
| Indications | GERD, Peptic Ulcers, Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome |
| Type | Capsule |
| Doses | 30-60 mg once daily |
| Route | Oral |
| Side Effects | Diarrhea, abdominal pain, flatulence, nausea |
| Interactions | Similar to other PPIs; caution with drugs requiring acidic pH |
| Overdose | Diarrhea, abdominal pain in overdose cases. |
| Missed Dose | Take missed dose as soon as you remember. |
| Contraindications | Hypersensitivity |
| Alternatives | Pantoprazole, Omeprazole, Lansoprazole |
| Co-Pay Assistance Program | Available |
| Patient Assistance Program | Not available |
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Dexlansoprazole is used to treat GERD and other conditions involving excessive stomach acid, such as erosive esophagitis.
Dexlansoprazole works by inhibiting the proton pump in the stomach, reducing the production of stomach acid.
Side effects may include headache, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and nausea.
Yes, Dexlansoprazole can be taken with or without food. However, it is best taken before a meal.
Consult your doctor before taking Dexlansoprazole during pregnancy. It is classified as a Category B drug.
Store Dexlansoprazole at room temperature, away from moisture and heat.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it's almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose.
Yes, Dexlansoprazole can interact with medications like warfarin, methotrexate, and clopidogrel.
The duration of treatment depends on the condition being treated. Follow your doctor's recommendations for the length of treatment.
Long-term use of Dexlansoprazole may increase the risk of certain side effects, such as bone fractures or kidney disease.
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