lansoprazole Lansoprazole LANSOPRAZOLE LANSOPRAZOLE D&C RED NO. 28 D&C YELLOW NO. 10 FD&C BLUE NO. 1 GELATIN HYPROMELLOSES MANNITOL MEGLUMINE POLYETHYLENE GLYCOLS POLYSORBATE 80 SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE TALC TITANIUM DIOXIDE L3T3 Use • 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

lansoprazole Lansoprazole LANSOPRAZOLE LANSOPRAZOLE D&C RED NO. 28 D&C YELLOW NO. 10 FD&C BLUE NO. 1 GELATIN HYPROMELLOSES MANNITOL MEGLUMINE POLYETHYLENE GLYCOLS POLYSORBATE 80 SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE TALC TITANIUM DIOXIDE L3T3

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Drug Facts

Composition & Profile

Active Ingredients
Active ingredient (in each capsule) Lansoprazole 15 mg
Inactive Ingredients
Inactive ingredients D&C red no. 28 D&C yellow no. 10 FD&C blue no. 1 gelatin hypromellose low substituted hydroxypropyl cellulose mannitol meglumine methacrylic acid copolymer pharmaceutical ink polyethylene glycol polysorbate 80 sodium lauryl sulfate sugar spheres talc titanium dioxide Questions or comments? 1-800-719-9260 Consumer Information Lansoprazole Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg Acid Reducer • May take 1 to 4 days for full effect although some people get complete relief of symptoms within 24 hours Please read the entire package insert before taking Lansoprazole Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg. Save for future reference. How Lansoprazole Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg Treats Your Frequent Heartburn Lansoprazole Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg stops acid production at the source – the pumps that release acid into the stomach. Lansoprazole Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg is taken once a day (every 24 hours) every day for 14 days. What You Can Expect When Taking Lansoprazole Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg Frequent heartburn can occur anytime during the 24-hour period (day or night). Take Lansoprazole Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg in the morning before eating. Lansoprazole Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg is clinically proven to treat frequent heartburn. Although some people get complete relief of symptoms within 24 hours it may take 1 to 4 days for full effect. Make sure you take Lansoprazole Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg every day for 14 days to treat your frequent heartburn. Who Should Take Lansoprazole Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg Adults (18 years and older) with frequent heartburn – when you have heartburn 2 or more days a week. Who Should NOT Take Lansoprazole Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg People who have one episode of heartburn a week or less or who want immediate relief of heartburn. How to Take Lansoprazole Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg 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. When to Take Lansoprazole Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg Again You may repeat a 14-day course of therapy every 4 months. When to Talk to Your Doctor Do not take for more than 14 days or more often than every 4 months unless directed by a doctor. Warnings and When to Ask Your Doctor 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 • you get diarrhea 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. (1-800-222-1222) Tips for Managing Heartburn • Avoid foods or drinks that are more likely to cause heartburn such as rich spicy fatty and fried foods chocolate caffeine alcohol and even some acidic fruits and vegetables. • Eat slowly and do not eat big meals. • Do not eat late at night or just before bedtime. • Do not lie flat or bend over soon after eating. • Raise the head of your bed. • Wear loose-fitting clothing around your stomach. • If you are overweight lose weight. • If you smoke quit smoking. Clinical studies prove Lansoprazole Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg effectively treats frequent heartburn In three clinical studies Lansoprazole Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg was shown to be significantly better than placebo in treating frequent heartburn. How Lansoprazole Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg is Sold Lansoprazole Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg is available in 14 capsule 28 capsule and 42 capsule sizes. These sizes contain one two and three 14-day courses of treatment respectively. Do not use for more than 14 days in a row unless directed by your doctor. For the 28 count (two 14-day courses) and the 42 count (three 14-day courses) you may repeat a 14-day course every 4 months. For Questions or Comments About Lansoprazole Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg Call 1-800-719-9260 :3T300 00 J3 Perrigo
Strengths
15 mg
Quantities
14 capsules
Treats Conditions
Use 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

Identifiers & Packaging

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Packaging

Package/Label Principal Display Panel 24 HOUR ACID REDUCER Lansoprazole delayed-release capsules 15 mg/acid reducer May take 1 to 4 days for full effect, although some people get complete relief of symptoms within 24 hours. Clinically proven to treat frequent heartburn. ACTUAL SIZE 14 CAPSULES ONE 14-DAY COURSE OF TREATMENT COMPARE TO PREVACID® 24 HR ACTIVE INGREDIENT Western Family Lansoprazole 1.jpg Western Family Lansoprazole 2.jpg

Package Descriptions
  • Package/Label Principal Display Panel 24 HOUR ACID REDUCER Lansoprazole delayed-release capsules 15 mg/acid reducer May take 1 to 4 days for full effect, although some people get complete relief of symptoms within 24 hours. Clinically proven to treat frequent heartburn. ACTUAL SIZE 14 CAPSULES ONE 14-DAY COURSE OF TREATMENT COMPARE TO PREVACID® 24 HR ACTIVE INGREDIENT Western Family Lansoprazole 1.jpg Western Family Lansoprazole 2.jpg

Overview

Use • 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

Indications & Usage

Use • 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

Dosage & Administration

Directions • adults 18 years of age and 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. Other information • read the directions, warnings and package insert before use • keep the carton and package insert. They contain important information. • store at 20-25˚C (68-77˚F) • keep product out of high heat and humidity • protect product from moisture

Warnings & Precautions
Warnings 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 • you get diarrhea • 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. (1-800-222-1222)
Purpose

Purpose Acid reducer

Do Not Use

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.

Stop Use & Ask a Doctor

Stop use and ask a doctor if • you get diarrhea • 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

Keep Out of Reach of Children

Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)

Storage & Handling

Other information • read the directions, warnings and package insert before use • keep the carton and package insert. They contain important information. • store at 20-25˚C (68-77˚F) • keep product out of high heat and humidity • protect product from moisture

Questions

Questions or comments? 1-800-719-9260


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