Lansoprazole

Lansoprazole is a prescription treatment that reduces the amount of acid produced in the stomach.

It provides symptomatic relief from a number of conditions, such as:

• gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD)
• peptic ulcers (prevention and relief)
• Zollinger-Ellison syndrome

You can buy Lansoprazole tablets online from euroClinix in 15mg and 30mg doses if you have been prescribed this treatment by your doctor.

What is the difference between Lansoprazole and Omeprazole?

Both Lansoprazole and Omeprazole belong to the same family of drugs, proton pump inhibitors, and are used to treat the same conditions. Lower doses of Omeprazole can be purchased over the counter from a pharmacy without a prescription, while Lansoprazole is a prescription only medicine.

Lansoprazole belongs to a class of medications called ‘proton pump inhibitors’. It works by inhibiting the acid-producing section of stomach cells called proton pumps.

By reducing the amount of acid your stomach produces, this medication reduces the uncomfortable and painful symptoms of acid reflux.

How long does it take Lansoprazole to work?

Most people will feel better after 2 to 3 days of treatment, however, it can take up to four weeks to begin working.

You should take this medication exactly as your doctor has directed.

Courses typically last up to 4 weeks, but the number of tablets you take and the length of time you take them for will depend on your condition and medical history.

Take this treatment at least 30 minutes before eating. Do not crush or chew your tablets. The tablets should be swallowed whole with a glass of water.

When on a once daily regimen, they should be taken at the same time each day, in the morning. If you have been prescribed two tablets, your doctor will likely recommend you take one in the morning and one in the evening.

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember, unless it is nearly time for the next dose. You should not take two doses at once to make up for a forgotten dose.

If you take more than the prescribed dose, seek immediate medical attention.

You should not stop treatment early, even if you start to feel better.

If your symptoms do not improve after your course, contact your doctor.

For further information, read the patient leaflet that comes with the medication.

All medications come with the risk of side effects, although not everybody will experience them.

The most common side effects include:

If you develop any serious side effects, stop taking this medication and contact your doctor immediately.

This medication may cause drowsiness. If you find that this medication affects your alertness, you should avoid driving and using machinery while using it.

A complete list of side effects is detailed in the patient information leaflet.

Lansoprazole can be purchased online from euroClinix if you have a current prescription from your doctor.

It is important that you inform your doctor of all medications and supplements you are currently taking, even if they are not prescribed, as this treatment may interact with other medications.

Do not use Lansoprazole if you:

• have an allergy to any of the ingredients in this medication
• are pregnant or breastfeeding

You should inform your doctor before using this treatment if you:

• have severe liver disease
• have a vitamin B12 deficiency
• need to have a Chromogranin A blood test
• have had an adverse skin reaction while on a medication that reduces stomach acid in the past

This medication may decrease your magnesium levels when taken for longer than three months. If you experience fatigue, disorientation, muscle spasms, or increased heart rate you should seek immediate medical help.

Tell your doctor if you have osteoporosis or if you are on corticosteroids - when taken for long periods of time, proton pump inhibitors may increase the risk of bone fracture.

It is important that your consultation is filled out accurately so that we can ensure that this is the appropriate treatment for you.

For a full list of precautions and interactions, read the patient information leaflet.

Lansoprazole and alcohol

You may drink alcohol while on Lansoprazole, but it is important to note that alcohol makes your stomach produce more acid, which could trigger symptoms.

You can buy Lansoprazole 30mg and 15mg tablets online from euroClinix after completing an online consultation. To ensure this treatment is appropriate for you, one of our doctors will review your responses. In order to buy Lansoprazole online, you need to have already been prescribed this treatment by your GP.

Once your consultation has been approved, your prescription will be sent to our UK pharmacy for dispatch. All orders come with free next-day or nominated day delivery so that you are able to have your medication when you need it.