Prevacid 24 Hr Acid Reducer Capsules - 42 CAP
- SKU: 852507440
- UPC: 30067628642
- Size: 42 CAP
- Manufacturer: NOVARTIS CONSM HLTH INC
Treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week). Not intended for immediate relief of heartburn: This drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect. Some people get complete relief of symptoms within 24 hours. Clinically proven. Three 14-day courses of treatment. Sodium free.
Adults 18 years of age or older: This product is to be used once a day (every 24 hours), every day for 14 days. It may take 1 to 4 days for full effect, although some people get complete relief of symptoms within 24 hours. 14-day course of treatment: Swallow 1 capsule with a glass of water before eating in the morning. Take every day for 14 days. Do not take more than 1 capsule a day. Swallow whole. Do not crush or chew capsules. Do not use for more than 14 days unless directed by your doctor. Repeated 14-day courses (if needed): You may repeat a 14-day course every 4 months. Do not take for more than 14 days or more often than every 4 months unless directed by a doctor. Children under 18 years of age: Ask a doctor before use. Heartburn in children may sometimes be caused by a serious condition. Read the directions, warnings and package insert before use. Keep the carton and package insert. They contain important information. Store at 20-25 degrees C (68-77 degrees F). Keep product out of high heat and humidity. Protect product from moisture.
Allergy alert: Do not use if you are allergic to lansoprazole. Do not use: If you have trouble or pain swallowing food, vomiting with blood, or bloody or black stools. These may be signs of a serious condition. See your doctor. Ask a doctor before use if you have: Liver disease. Had heartburn over 3 months. This may be a sign of a more serious condition. Heartburn with lightheadedness, sweating or dizziness. Chest pain or shoulder pain with shortness of breath, sweating; pain spreading to arms, neck or shoulders; or lightheadedness. Frequent chest pain. Frequent wheezing, particularly with heartburn. Unexplained weight loss. Nausea or vomiting. Stomach pain. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking: Warfarin (blood-thinning medicine). Prescription antifungal or anti-yeast medicines. Digoxin (heart medicine). Theophylline (asthma medicine). Tacrolimus (immune system medicine). Atazanavir (medicine for HIV infection). Stop use and ask a doctor if: Your heartburn continues or worsens. You need to take this product for more than 14 days. You need to take more than 1 course of treatment every 4 months. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.