the bottom Dexlansoprazole Capsules Generic Name: Dexlansoprazole Capsules (deks lan SOE pra zole) Brand Name: Dexilant Overview Side Effects Dosage Professional Interactions More Pregnancy Warnings Breastfeeding Warnings User Reviews Support Group Q & A Uses of Dexlansoprazole Capsules: It is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD; acid reflux). It is used to treat heartburn. It is used to treat or prevent ulcers of the swallowing tube (esophagus). It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor. Slideshow Welcome to Parenthood! 10 Things To Prepare Yourself For What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Dexlansoprazole Capsules? If you have an allergy to dexlansoprazole or any other part of this medicine (dexlansoprazole capsules). If you are allergic to any drugs like this one, any other drugs, foods, or other substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had, like rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs. If you have liver disease. If you are taking any of these drugs: Atazanavir, nelfinavir, or rilpivirine. If you are taking any of these drugs: Rifampin or St. John's wort. This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with this medicine. Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take this medicine (dexlansoprazole capsules) with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor. What are some things I need to know or do while I take Dexlansoprazole Capsules? Tell all of your health care providers that you take this medicine. This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists. Use care if you have risks for soft, brittle bones (osteoporosis). Some of these risks include drinking alcohol, smoking, taking steroids, taking drugs to treat seizures, or having family members with osteoporosis. Talk with your doctor about your risks of osteoporosis. This medicine may affect certain lab tests. Tell all of your health care providers and lab workers that you take this medicine (dexlansoprazole capsules). Call your doctor if you have throat pain, chest pain, very bad belly pain, trouble swallowing, or signs of a bleeding ulcer like black, tarry, or bloody stools, throwing up blood, or throw up that looks like coffee grounds. These may be signs of a worse health problem. Take calcium and vitamin D as you were told by your doctor. This medicine may raise the chance of hip, spine, and wrist fractures in people with weak bones (osteoporosis). The chance may be higher if you take this medicine in high doses or for longer than a year, or if you are older than 50 years old. Talk with your doctor. Low magnesium levels have rarely happened in people taking drugs like this one for at least 3 months. Most of the time, this has happened after 1 year of care. You will need to have your blood work checked if you will be taking this medicine (dexlansoprazole capsules) for a long time or if you take certain other drugs like digoxin or water pills. Talk with your doctor. Long-term treatment (for instance longer than 3 years) with drugs like this one has rarely caused low vitamin B-12 levels. Talk with the doctor. This medicine may affect how much of some other drugs are in your body. If you are taking other drugs, talk with your doctor. You may need to have your blood work checked more closely while taking this medicine with your other drugs. Do not switch between different forms of this medicine (dexlansoprazole capsules) without first talking with the doctor. Lupus has happened with this medicine, as well as lupus that has gotten worse in people who already have it. Tell your doctor if you have lupus. Call your doctor right away if you have signs of lupus like a rash on the cheeks or other body parts, sunburn easy, muscle or joint pain, chest pain or shortness of breath, or swelling in the arms or legs. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using this medicine (dexlansoprazole capsules) while you are pregnant. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about any risks to your baby. How is this medicine (Dexlansoprazole Capsules) best taken? Use this medicine as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely. Take with or without food. Swallow whole. Do not chew or crush. If you cannot swallow this medicine (dexlansoprazole capsules) whole, you may sprinkle the contents on applesauce. If you do this, swallow the mixture right away without chewing. Those who have feeding tubes may use this medicine. Use as you have been told. Flush the feeding tube after this medicine (dexlansoprazole capsules) is given. Keep taking this medicine as you have been told by your doctor or other health care provider, even if you feel well. To gain the most benefit, do not miss doses. What do I do if I miss a dose? Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses. Dosage Information (comprehensive) What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away? WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect: Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat. Signs of low magnesium levels like mood changes, muscle pain or weakness, muscle cramps or spasms, seizures, shakiness, not hungry, very bad upset stomach or throwing up, or a heartbeat that does not feel normal. Signs of kidney problems like unable to pass urine, change in how much urine is passed, blood in the urine, or a big weight gain. Dizziness or passing out. A fast heartbeat. Bone pain. Fever. This medicine may raise the chance of a very bad form of diarrhea called Clostridium difficile (C diff)-associated diarrhea. Call your doctor right away if you have stomach pain or cramps, very loose or watery stools, or bloody stools. Do not try to treat loose stools without first checking with your doctor. A very bad skin reaction (Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis) may happen. It can cause very bad health problems that may not go away, and sometimes death. Get medical help right away if you have signs like red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin (with or without fever); red or irritated eyes; or sores in your mouth, throat, nose, or eyes. What are some other side effects of Dexlansoprazole Capsules? All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away: Belly pain. Upset stomach or throwing up. Signs of a common cold. Gas. Loose stools (diarrhea). These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch. Side Effects (complete list) If OVERDOSE is suspected: If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. How do I store and/or throw out Dexlansoprazole Capsules? Store at room temperature. Store in a dry place. Do not store in a bathroom. Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets. Check with your pharmacist about how to throw out unused drugs. Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor. Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs. Keep a list of all your drugs (prescription, natural products, vitamins, OTC) with you. Give this list to your doctor. Talk with the doctor before starting any new drug, including prescription or OTC, natural products, or vitamins. This medicine comes with an extra patient fact sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it with care. Read it again each time this medicine (dexlansoprazole capsules) is refilled. If you have any questions about this medicine, please talk with the doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider. If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. This information should not be used to decide whether or not to take this medicine (dexlansoprazole capsules) or any other medicine. Only the healthcare provider has the knowledge and training to decide which medicines are right for a specific patient. This information does not endorse any medicine as safe, effective, or approved for treating any patient or health condition. This is only a brief summary of general information about this medicine. It does NOT include all information about the possible uses, directions, warnings, precautions, interactions, adverse effects, or risks that may apply to this medicine (dexlansoprazole capsules). This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from the healthcare provider. You must talk with the healthcare provider for complete information about the risks and benefits of using this medicine. Review Date: November 1, 2017 Next Side Effects Print this page Add to My Med List More about dexlansoprazole Side Effects During Pregnancy or Breastfeeding Dosage Information Drug Interactions Support Group En Español 161 Reviews Add your own review/rating Drug class: proton pump inhibitors Consumer resources Dexlansoprazole Dexlansoprazole (Advanced Reading) Other brands: Dexilant , Dexilant SoluTab , Kapidex Professional resources Dexlansoprazole (AHFS Monograph) Dexlansoprazole (Wolters Kluwer) Related treatment guides Barrett's Esophagus Erosive Esophagitis GERD} Drug Status Rx Availability Prescription only B Pregnancy Category No proven risk in humans N/A CSA Schedule Not a controlled drug Approval History Drug history at FDA Dexlansoprazole Rating 161 User Reviews 7.6 /10 161 User Reviews 7.6 Rate it! Manufacturer Par Pharmaceutical, Inc. 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