Lan 30mg Capsule Lan 30 MG Capsule is primarily used as a short-term treatment (up to 4 weeks) for healing and symptom relief of active duodenal ulcers (should not be used for maintenance therapy of duodenal ulcers). It is also used as part of a multiple-drug regimen for H. pylori eradication. This medicine belongs to a class of medicines called proton pump inhibitors which work by decreasing acid production in the stomach. It effectively controls the pH of stomach secretions and acts as an alternative to intravenous pantoprazole in those who cannot swallow solid-dose formulations. Lan 30 MG Capsule is also prescribed as a short-term treatment of symptomatic GERD; up to 8 weeks of treatment for all grades of erosive esophagitis (8 additional weeks can be given for incompletely healed oesophagal erosions or for recurrence). Lan 30 MG Capsule is also prescribed for the long-term treatment of pathological hypersecretory conditions, including Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. It is also used to treat frequent heartburns happening 2 or more times a week. Some side effects of taking Lan 30 MG Capsule include nausea, stomach pain, diarrhoea, constipation, and headache. Stop the medication and consult your doctor immediately if you experience any any serious side effects like seizure, kidney problems or symptoms of low magnesium in body. Inform your doctor if you have the following conditions before taking the medication : Liver disease Low magnesium level in your blood Low bone mineral density Trouble with swallowing Bloody or black stools or vomit. Unexplained loss of weight Metabolic disorder Pregnant or breast-feeding a baby Over the counter Lan 30 MG Capsule should not be given to anyone who is 18 years of age or younger. Initial recommended dose is 30mg, taken orally once daily for 8 weeks. Maintenance dose for Lan 30 MG Capsule is 15mg, taken once a day. Dosage may differ from person to person depending on their medical condition. Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine. Use The most common use of this medication is: Duodenal Ulcer Helicobacter Pylori Infection Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease (Gerd) Erosive Esophagitis Hypersecretory Condition Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome Related Product Lan 15mg Capsule Lan 30mg Capsule Side Effects Side effects that can occur because of consuming this medication are: Fatigue Dizziness Headache Abdominal Pain Diarrhoea Nausea Increased Appetite Rash Tinnitus Dosage Missed Dose instructions Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose then the missed dose should be skipped. Overdose instructions Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected. Symptoms may include confusion, stomach pain, severe diarrhea, dry mouth, nausea, and headache. Work This medication belongs to the class of proton pump inhibitor drug and binds to H /K -exchanging ATPase in gastric parietal cells, resulting in blockage of acid secretion.
