Lansoprazole, a prescription drug, is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (gerd). This condition is characterized by gastric acid and food reflux into the esophagus, causing burning pain, cough, asphyxia and other potentially serious symptoms. Lansoprazole is known as proton pump inhibitor (PPI). It is used to control the production of gastric acid, help the healing of the esophagus, prevent and treat gastric ulcer caused by Helicobacter pylori. There is also a milder lansoprazole, which is sold over the counter for heartburn treatment. Drinking is not recommended when taking this medicine.
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Prescription Lansoprazole Oral Tablets and Sustained-release Capsules. This over-the-counter drug can be used as a sustained-release capsule. The prescription version is usually taken once a day to control GERD symptoms and twice or three times a day to eliminate H. pylori bacteria. The over-the-counter version is available once a day for two weeks.
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Other uses
Because lansoprazole is composed of proton pump inhibitors and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (nsaid), it is also used to relieve pain and inflammation in arthritis and ankylosing lentilitis, as well as stomach disorders with pain. It is not clear how NSAIDs can relieve pain and inflammation, but they are known to cause serious gastrointestinal problems and ulcers. Lansoprazole can only be used under the supervision of a doctor.
h3>Alcohol and stomach can stimulate gastric wall and lead to excessive gastric acid secretion. This can lead to ulcers and gastritis, and may aggravate gastroesophageal reflux disease. In addition, alcohol can lead to red blood cell aggregation, blockage of blood vessels, leading to bleeding, bleeding, and even death.Alcohol and Lansoprazole
Although the use of Lansoprazole does not prohibit drinking, caution should be taken. Side effects of lansoprazole include sleepiness and dizziness, which may be aggravated by NSAIDs. These drugs may cause stomach ulcers and bleeding, which may be aggravated by alcohol consumption. Drinking alcohol while taking lansoprazole may worsen certain diseases. If you have alcohol problems, dehydration or low blood sodium levels, your doctor may advise you to avoid drinking when taking this medicine.
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