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Lanz Capsules SpecificationRequires Prescription (YES/NO)YesGenericsLansoprazoleUsed ForAcidity & UlcersHow it worksThe active substance is lansoprazole, which is a proton pump inhibitor. Proton pump inhibitors reduce the amount of acid that your stomach makes.Lanz Capsules Usage And SafetyDosageLansoprazoleSide EffectsHeadache, dizziness , tiredness , diarrhoea, constipation, stomach pain, feeling or being sick, wind, dry or sore mouth or throat , skin rash, itching , changes in liver function test values , benign polyps in the stomach , joint or muscle pain , fluid retention or swelling , changes in blood cell counts , fracture of the hip, wrist or spine.Drug InteractionsAtazanavir and nelfinavir , methotrexate , ketoconazole, itraconazole, rifampicin , digoxin , warfarin , theophylline , tacrolimus , fluvoxamine , antacids , sucralfate .IndicationYour doctor may prescribe Lansoprazole for the following indications: ? Treatment of duodenal and stomach ulcer ? Treatment of inflammation in your oesophagus (reflux oesophagitis) ? Prevention of reflux oesophagitisWhen not to UseDo not take Lansoprazole: If you are allergic to lansoprazole or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.Lanz Capsules PrecautionsPrecautionTalk to your doctor before taking Lansoprazole if you have serious liver disease. The doctor may have to adjust your dose.Lanz Capsules WarningsWarning 1Your doctor may perform or have performed an additional investigation called an endoscopy in order to diagnose your condition and/or exclude malignant disease.Warning 2If diarrhoea occurs during the treatment with Lansoprazole contact your doctor immediately, as Lansoprazole has been associated with a small increase in infectious diarrhoea.Warning 3Taking a proton pump inhibitor like Lansoprazole, especially over a period of more than one year, may slightly increase your risk of fracture in the hip, wrist or spine. Tell your doctor if you have osteoporosis or if you are taking corticosteroids (which can increase the risk of osteoporosis).Lanz Capsules Additional InformationPregnancy categoryAlways consult your physician before using any medicine.Storage (YES/NO)Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.