Dobrizol

Dobrizol

lansoprazole

Manufacturer:

Ifars
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Lansoprazole
Indications/Uses
Duodenal & gastric ulcers. Reflux esophagitis.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Duodenal & esophageal ulcer 30 mg once daily for 4 wk. Gastric ulcer 30 mg once daily for 8 wk. Patient w/ liver function impairment Max: 30 mg daily.
Administration
Should be taken on an empty stomach: Take in the morning before a meal.
Contraindications
Special Precautions
Exclude possibility of malignancy in the stomach prior to initiation of treatment. May mask symptoms of malignancy & delay diagnosis. Pregnancy & lactation. Childn.
Adverse Reactions
Enterochromaffin-like cell (ECL) growth in large doses & prolonged use, excessive bacterial growth in digestive system; headache, diarrhea, abdominal pain, dyspepsia, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, constipation, bloating, dizziness, skin rash, urticaria, pruritus; transient elevation in LFT values; arthralgia, peripheral edema, depression; thrombocytopenia, eosinophilia, leukopenia.
Drug Interactions
Can prolong elimination of drugs metabolized by CYP450 eg, diazepam, warfarin, phenytoin. Reduced bioavailability w/ OCs, phenytoin, theophylline, warfarin, antacids, sucralfate. Interferes w/ the absorption of ketoconazole, esters, ampicillin, Fe salt.
MIMS Class
Antacids, Antireflux Agents & Antiulcerants
ATC Classification
A02BC03 - lansoprazole ; Belongs to the class of proton pump inhibitors. Used in the treatment of peptic ulcer and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Presentation/Packing
Form
Dobrizol cap 30 mg
Packing/Price
5 × 10's
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