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Lanfil DX 60 Capsule

Manufactured byFourrts India Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.
ContainsDexlansoprazole
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Description

Lanfil DX 60 Capsule is an anti-ulcer medicine used to treat conditions where the stomach produces too much acid. It is used to treat heartburn associated with non-erosive gastroesophageal reflux disease, a condition where acid from the stomach and bile irritates the food pipe. It is also used for healing the damage to the oesophagus (food pipe) due to excess acid production. Lanfil DX 60 Capsule interferes with the final step of acid release in the stomach. Thus, acidity in the stomach is decreased and the ulcer healing process is fastened. Your doctor may also sometimes prescribe Lanfil DX 60 Capsule to treat acid-related dyspepsia, a condition of pumping acid back to the oesophagus resulting in severe heartburn. Common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, headache, stomach pain, diarrhoea, and dizziness. Lanfil DX 60 Capsule is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age. You can take Lanfil DX 60 Capsule with or without food. Avoid spicy and fatty foods, alcohol, and reduce caffeinated drinks or beverage such as coffee, tea and cola while using this medicine. Eat a healthy and balanced diet. Always try to finish your dinner three hours before heading to bed.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Lanfil DX 60 Capsule

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Lanfil DX 60 Capsule

Nausea and vomiting

Diarrhoea

Stomach discomfort

Chest pain or discomfort

Headache

Numbness or tingling in the hands, feet, or lips

Skin rash

Shortness of breath

Dizziness

Weakness

Visual disturbances

Excessive gas in stomach

Uses of Lanfil DX 60 Capsule

What is it prescribed for?

Erosive Esophagitis

Esophagitis is the swelling of the oesophagus, the muscular tube that carries food from the throat to the stomach. It occurs when excess acid produced in the stomach flow back into the oesophagus. It can also be caused due to an infection or irritation in the oesophagus. All these reasons can irritate and damage the lining of the oesophagus, resulting in a condition called erosive oesophagitis. Lanfil DX 60 Capsule is used for healing erosive esophagitis by decreasing stomach acid production. It is used in patients 12 years of age and above for up to 8 weeks for complete relief.

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is an acid reflux disease that occurs when stomach acid frequently flows back into the oesophagus or food pipe. Heartburn and acid indigestion are the main symptoms of GERD. This condition can be managed with lifestyle changes and over-the-counter medications to an extent. But sometimes medications or surgery is needed to get relief. Lanfil DX 60 Capsule is used in the treatment of heartburn associated with non-erosive gastroesophageal reflux disease, a condition where acid from the stomach and bile irritates the food pipe.

Maintenance of Healed Erosive Esophagitis and Relief of Heartburn

Lanfil DX 60 Capsule is used to maintain healing of erosive esophagitis (EE) and relieve heartburn for up to 6 months in adults and 16 weeks in patients 12-17 years of age.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    Dexlansoprazole begins its action within an hour of taking it. You will start to feel better in 2-3 days and it may take 4-5 weeks for complete relief.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    Once administered, the effect of dexlansoprazole remains active in the body for an average duration of 24 hours.

  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Lanfil DX 60 Capsule.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    Lanfil DX 60 Capsule is usually not recommended in pregnant women. It is not known to cause any birth defects. Esomeprazole use is acceptable for aspiration prophylaxis during pregnancy. However, it should only be used upon your doctor's recommendation.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    Lanfil DX 60 Capsule may pass into breast milk and cause side effects in breastfed babies. An alternate medicine may be preferred, especially while nursing a newborn or preterm infant. If required, it should only be used upon your doctor's recommendation.

Allergy

Avoid taking Lanfil DX 60 Capsule if you are previously allergic to it. Allergic reactions are very rare to this medicine. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling of the face/tongue/throat, breathing difficulties, etc.

Severe liver impairment

The primary conversion of dexlansoprazole to its active form happens in the liver. Therefore avoid using Lanfil DX 60 Capsule in patients suffering from severe liver impairment due to the risk of medication toxicity.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Lanfil DX 60 Capsule is usually not recommended in pregnant women. It is not known to cause any birth defects. Esomeprazole use is acceptable for aspiration prophylaxis during pregnancy. However, it should only be used upon your doctor's recommendation.

Breast-feeding

Lanfil DX 60 Capsule may pass into breast milk and cause side effects in breastfed babies. An alternate medicine may be preferred, especially while nursing a newborn or preterm infant. If required, it should only be used upon your doctor's recommendation.

General warnings

Diarrhoea

Lanfil DX 60 Capsule can cause diarrhoea because it may also kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine. Get emergency medical help if you experience severe diarrhoea that is watery or bloody. Call your pharmacist/doctor before taking anti-diarrhoeal medication.

Lupus erythematosus

Lupus erythematosus is an autoimmune disease that affects the skin, kidneys, brain, joints, and other organs. It occurs when the immune system of the body attacks its own tissues. Lupus may occur or gets worse while using Lanfil DX 60 Capsule. Inform your doctor immediately if you experience tiredness, painful joints, rashes, or lesions on the skin while using this medicine.

Use in children

Lanfil DX 60 Capsule is not recommended for use in patients less than 12 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

Driving and operating machines

Lanfil DX 60 Capsule may cause sleepiness or dizziness. Hence it is advised not to drive vehicles and operate heavy machinery after taking this medicine.

Vitamin B12 deficiency

Long-term treatment with Lanfil DX 60 Capsule may decrease the absorption of Vitamin B12 in the body. You should take vitamin B12 supplements if this medicine is used for more than 3 years.

Hypomagnesemia

Prolonged use of Lanfil DX 60 Capsule may result in low magnesium levels in the blood (hypomagnesemia). Inform your doctor in case of dizziness, irregular heartbeat, shivering, muscle pain, seizures or fits. You may have to check magnesium levels in the blood at regular intervals.

Missed Dose

Try not to skip the dose of dexlansoprazole. If it's time for the next dose, do not double the dose.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical attention or contact the doctor in case of overdose with dexlansoprazole.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Fluconazole

Digoxin

Methotrexate

Nelfinavir

Disease interactions

Liver impairment

The primary conversion of dexlansoprazole to its active form happens in the liver. Therefore patients with liver diseases need special consideration while taking Lanfil DX 60 Capsule.

Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a bone disease in which bones become weak and fragile (may break from a fall). Long term use of Lanfil DX 60 Capsule can reduce bone density (thinning of bones). Calcium is essential for bone formation. This medicine decreases the calcium absorption in the body leading to calcium deficiency. Take calcium supplements or increase the intake of calcium in your diet to avoid bone thinning. Using Vitamin D supplements along with Lanfil DX 60 Capsule can help to increase calcium absorption in the body.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Dexlansoprazole uses for reducing stomach acid production is effective. Take dexlansoprazole as instructed by your doctor. Avoid spicy and fatty foods, alcohol, and reduce caffeinated drinks or beverage such as coffee, tea and cola while using this medicine. Eat a healthy and balanced diet. Always try to finish your dinner three hours before heading to bed.

Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works

Lanfil DX 60 Capsule reduces the production of acid in the stomach. It stops the action of the proton pumps that are found on cells that line the stomach, which decreases stomach acid production.

Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Proton pump inhibitors, Anti-Ulcer Agents

Schedule

Schedule H

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