Prozer 15mg Capsule 10'S

Ulcer/Reflux/Flatulence (1085)Rx required

Key Information

Generic Name

Generic Name Lansoprazole 15 mg

Manufacturer

East West Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Variant

10 Capsule(s) in a Strip

Country of Origin

India

Detailed Information

Introduction

INTRODUCTION ABOUT PROZER 15MG CAPSULEPROZER 15MG CAPSULE contains Lansoprazole which belongs to the group of medicines called Proton Pump Inhibitors. It is used in the management of intestinal and peptic (stomach) ulcers. Peptic or intestinal ulcers are open sores that form on the in

Uses

OF PROZER 15MG CAPSULEManage: and manages intestinal and peptic ulcers reflux oesophagitis Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome

How It Works

PROZER 15MG CAPSULE suppresses stomach acid secretion by specific inhibition of an enzyme system at the secretory surface of stomach cells, that results in blockage of the final step of acid production.

Directions for Use

Take PROZER 15MG CAPSULE as advised by your physician. Swallow with enough water. Do not crush or chew it. For effective results take PROZER 15MG CAPSULE at least half an hour before food. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking PROZER 15MG CAPSULE unless your doctor advises you to stop.

Side Effects

taking PROZER 15MG CAPSULE are dizziness, nausea, headache, diarrhea. Contact your doctor if any of the symptoms gets worse over time. USES OF PROZER 15MG CAPSULEManage: and manages intestinal and peptic ulcers reflux oesophagitis Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome HOW PROZER 15MG CAPSULE WORKSPROZER 15MG CAPSULE suppresses stomach acid secretion by specific inhibition of an enzyme system at the secretory surface of stomach cells, that results in blockage of the final step of acid production. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake PROZER 15MG CAPSULE as advised by your physician. Swallow with enough water. Do not crush or chew it. For effective results take PROZER 15MG CAPSULE at least half an hour before food. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking PROZER 15MG CAPSULE unless your doctor advises you to stop. SIDE EFFECTS OF PROZER 15MG CAPSULECOMMON headache, dizziness diarrhoea, constipation, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, gas dry or sore mouth or throat skin rash, itching tiredness benign stomach polyps (pain on pressing the stomach, nausea, blood in stool, anemia) altered liver function tests UNCOMMON depression joint or muscle pain swelling or fluid retention fracture of the back, wrist or hip altered blood cell counts RARE fever restlessness, drowsiness, confusion, feeling things that are not really there, lack of sleep, visual disturbances, spinning sensation altered taste sensation, loss of appetite, inflammation of tongue skin reactions (burning or pricking feeling under the skin, bruising, reddening, excessive sweating) sensitivity to light hair loss tingling or prickling sensation, shakiness anaemia kidney problems pancreatitis (abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting) breast swelling in males, impotence candidiasis (fungal infection of skin or mucosa) Stop taking PROZER 15MG CAPSULE and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: angioedema (swollen face, tongue or pharynx, difficulty to swallow or breathe, hives) severe hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylactic shock (fever, rash, swelling and sometimes a fall in blood pressure) very severe skin reactions causing reddening, blistering, inflammation and skin loss (Ex. Stevens Johnson Syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, erythema multiforme) liver inflammation (yellowing of skin or eye)

Warnings & Precautions

& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYPROZER 15MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGPROZER 15MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any machines if you experience dizziness, spinning sensation, tiredness and visual disturbances after taking PROZER 15MG CAPSULE. KIDNEYNo dosage adjustment of PROZER 15MG CAPSULE is necessary in patients with kidney impairment, however, consult your doctor before taking it. LIVERPROZER 15MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients having severe liver disease. Consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYPROZER 15MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use if you are allergic to Lansoprazole or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. OTHERSBefore taking PROZER 15MG CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you: have osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones) have low level of Vitamin B12 are about to have a specific blood test (Chromogranin A) had a skin reaction when previously managed with any medicine used to reduce acidity have phenylketonuria (a rare genetic disorder) Use in pediatrics: PROZER 15MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in children. Consult your doctor before taking it. Use in geriatrics: No dosage adjustment of PROZER 15MG CAPSULE is necessary in elderly patients, however, consult your doctor before taking it.

Drug Interactions

SA. Drug - Drug interactions: Before taking PROZER 15MG CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines: medicines used to manage HIV (Ex. atazanavir, nelfinavir) methotrexate (used in autoimmune disorders and cancer) medicines used to manage infections (Ex. ketoconazole, itraconazole, rifampicin) digoxin (used to manage heart problems) warfarin (used to stop blood clot formation) theophylline (used to manage asthma) tacrolimus (used to manage transplant rejection) fluvoxamine, St John´s wort (used to manage depression and other psychiatric diseases) medicines used to manage heartburn or acid regurgitation (Ex. magnesium hydroxide, calcium carbonate) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of PROZER 15MG CAPSULE, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. SYNOPSIS Drug : Lansoprazole Pharmacological Category : Proton Pump Inhibitors Therapeutic Indication : Reflux oesophagitis, Stomach ulcers, Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome Dosage Forms : Injection, Capsule, Tablet, Orally Disintegrating Tablet MORE INFORMATION Keep PROZER 15MG CAPSULE out of reach of children Store below 25°C

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Last Updated

22 Nov 2022

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