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Q. For how long should I take Dexlansoprazole?
Dexlansoprazole can be used for different durations depending on the condition. It is used in adults for 4 weeks to treat heartburn related to gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in which acid from stomach enters food pipe (esophagus). It is used for 8 weeks to heal acid-related damage to the food pipe (called reflux esophagitis or RE) and for up to 6 months to continue healing of erosive esophagitis.

Q. How does Dexlansoprazole work for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease?
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) happens when high acid secretion in your stomach enters your food pipe (esophagus) and causes a burning feeling in chest (heartburn) or throat, sour taste or burping. Dexlansoprazole acts by decreasing the acid produced in the stomach and relieves the symptoms of GERD.

Q. Are there any withdrawal symptoms associated with the use of Dexlansoprazole?
There are no withdrawal symptoms seen when you stop using Dexlansoprazole as it has no addiction potential.

Q. Is Dexlansoprazole available over the counter?
Dexlansoprazole is not an over the counter (OTC) product. it is a prescription medicine and you can buy this drug by providing a doctor's prescription.

Q. Does long term use of Dexlansoprazole can increase the risk of osteoporosis and bone fractures?
Dexlansoprazole can cause calcium deficiency and hence an increased risk of bone fractures on long term use. Normally the acid in the stomach helps in the release of ionized calcium which is important for calcium absorption. As Dexlansoprazole decreases the stomach acid, it also decreases calcium absorption and an increases the risk of bone fractures.

Q. Can Dexlansoprazole cause diarrhea?
Use of Dexlansoprazole may increase your risk of getting severe diarrhea. This diarrhea may be caused by an infection (Clostridium difficile) in your intestines. Consult your doctor if you have watery stool, stomach pain, and fever that does not go away while you are taking this medicine.

Q. Can long term use of Dexlansoprazole cause magnesium deficiency?
Long-term use of Dexlansoprazole can lower your magnesium levels in patients taking multiple daily doses for a year or longer (at least 3 months). Get your magnesium levels checked at regular intervals.Tell your doctor if you experience seizures, dizziness, abnormal or fast heartbeat, jitteriness, jerking movements or shaking (tremors), muscle weakness, spasms of the hands and feet, cramps, muscle aches or spasm of the voice box.

Q. Can I take Dexlansoprazole with clopidogrel?
Dexlansoprazole can be safely taken with clopidogrel. No clinically important changes in the action of clopidogrel have been seen when Dexlansoprazole and clopidogrel are used together.

Q. Is Dexlansoprazole a narcotic?
Dexlansoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor used for the treatment of acidity, heartburn, intestinal ulcers and stomach ulcers. It is not a narcotic.

Q. Is Dexlansoprazole a controlled substance?
Dexlansoprazole is available when prescribed by a doctor. It is not a controlled substance.

Q. Does Dexlansoprazole has an expiry date?
Dexlansoprazole has an expiry date. Always check the expiry date on the pack and do not use after the expiry date.

• Inform your doctor if you get watery diarrhea, fever, or stomach pain that does not go away.Inform your doctor if you do not feel better after taking it for 14 days as you may be suffering from some other problem that needs attention.Long-term use can cause weak bones and deficiency of minerals such as magnesium. Take adequate dietary intake of calcium and magnesium or their supplements as prescribed by your doctor.You have been prescribed Dexlansoprazole to reduce stomach acid and heal stomach ulcers.Take it one hour before the meal, preferably in the morning.It is a well-tolerated medicine and provides relief for a long time.