Prevacid Uses

Prevacid is a prescription medication which decreases the amount of acid produced in the stomach. Prevacid is used in the treatment and prevention of stomach and intestinal ulcers, erosive esophagitis (damage to the esophagus from stomach acid), and other conditions involving excessive stomach acid like Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Prevacid may also be used for purposes.

How Taken

Prevacid is usually is taken once daily before a meal. Take Prevacid exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take more or less Prevacid or take it more often than directed by your doctor. The Prevacid capsule should be swallowed whole. If you have difficulty swallowing capsules, it can be opened, and the granules can be sprinkled on applesauce and swallowed immediately. The granules should not be chewed or crushed. Continue taking Prevacid even if you feel well. Do not stop taking Prevacid without talking to your doctor.

Warnings/Precautions

Before using Prevacid, tell your doctor if you ever have liver disease. You may not be able to take Prevacid, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment. Prevacid is in the FDA pregnancy category B. This means that it is not expected to be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take Prevacid without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant. It is not known whether Prevacid passes into breast milk, therefore do not take it without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next Prevacid dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Possible Side Effects

Serious side effects are umcommon. Stop taking Prevacid and seek emergency medical attention if you experience an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives).
Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur while taking Prevacid. Continue to take the medication and talk to your doctor if you experience
-diarrhea, nausea, or abdominal pain;
-dizziness; or
-headache.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

Storage

Store Prevacid at room temperature and keep away from moisture and heat.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose of Prevacid is suspected. Symptoms of an overdos eof Prevacid overdose are not known.

More Prevacid Information

There are no restrictions on food, beverages, or activities while you are taking Prevacid, unless otherwise directed by your doctor.

Disclaimer

This drug information is for your information purposes only, it is not intended that this information covers all uses, directions, drug interactions, precautions, or adverse effects of Prevacid. This is only general information, and should not be relied on for any purpose. It should not be construed as containing specific instructions for any particular patient. We disclaim all responsibility for the accuracy and reliability of this information, and/or any consequences arising from the use of this information, including damage or adverse consequences to persons or property, however such damages or consequences arise. No warranty, either expressed or implied, is made in regards to this information.