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Lansoprazole - Ulcer / Acid Treatment |
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Call Toll Free 1-800-545-1106
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LANSOPRAZOLE DESCRIPTION AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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* A prescription is required for Lansoprazole.
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What is Lansoprazole and what is it used for?
Lansoprazole blocks the production of stomach acid. It is prescribed for the short-term treatment (up to 4 weeks) of duodenal ulcers, (ulcers near the exit from the stomach). It is also used for up to 8 weeks in the treatment of stomach ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (backflow of acid into the canal to the stomach), and a condition called erosive esophagitis (severe inflammation of the canal). Once a duodenal ulcer or case of esophagitis has cleared up, the doctor may continue prescribing Lansoprazole to prevent a relapse. Lansoprazole is also prescribed to reduce the risk of stomach ulcers in people who develop this problem while taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as Advil, Motrin, and Naprosyn. The drug is also used for long-term treatment of certain diseases marked by excessive acid production, such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.
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Can you order Lansoprazole from Canada? Is a prescription needed to purchase Lansoprazole online?
If you are a resident of Canada or the U.S.A. you may buy Lansoprazole from our pharmacy. A valid prescription is required to purchase Lansoprazole and can be faxed to us upon completion of your order. Unfortunately we do not have Lansoprazole for sale to international countries and cannot accept orders for these countries. When you are ready to purchase Lansoprazole you will need to find your prescribed dosage and add it to the shopping cart by clicking the “buy” button. Once your have done this you can proceed to checkout and enter your account details. When you have completed this you will need to fax your original prescription to our pharmacy to finalize your order of Lansoprazole. You may order up to a 3 month supply of Lansoprazole for personal use which will allow for a cheap price on shipping as we are able to send as many items you would like in one order. As a convenience we can keep your prescriptions on file for your next order and you may contact us every 3 months to place your order. Please allow a 2 week window to allow your items to arrive in time prior to you running out.
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What is a generic drug? Is it safe for you to buy? Is Lansoprazole available to buy in generic form?
A generic drug is an exact copy of a brand name drug that has had its patent expire and is produced by drug companies that sometimes only produce generic drugs or produce both name brand and generic. When an original manufacturer of a drug is given a patent they are allowed to be the sole seller of that drug until the patent expires. When a patent expires other manufacturers may sell and/or produce the drug usually under its medical name and it is usually offered at a discount price than their brand name competitors. By law a generic drug is required to be an equivalent to name brand drugs and must have the same ingredients and have the same medical effects. If generic Lansoprazole is available you will see it listed above on this page at a lower price than name brand. You may ask your doctor to write your prescription for a generic substitution as it will likely be less expensive. If we have the generic equivalent listed above you may buy generic Lansoprazole which will be equally affective and less costly than a name brand drug.
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Are there any Lansoprazole side effects? What should I do if any side effects of Lansoprazole occur?
The definition of a side effect is; a problem or problems that may occur when the desired treatment goes beyond what the drug was intended to effect or cure. Other possible side effects are problems that may occur in addition to the desired medical effect. With any drug including Lansoprazole there is always the possibility of various side effects, problems or dangers that can occur when taking Lansoprazole. For Lansoprazole side effects that may be minimal you should discuss them with your doctor. If you are experiencing Lansoprazole side effects that are severe you should phone or visit a local emergency center. The most common side effects with any drug are weight loss, weight gain, headaches, and sleep problems. As always if you ever suspect a side effect with any drug including Lansoprazole you should speak with the doctor that prescribed you this drug. Your doctor might have other alternatives for you to use that may offer the same affect with no possible side effects. Your doctor may offer you a choice of taking a lower dosage or a similar medicine with slightly different ingredients that may have less or no side effects. Always practice a healthy lifestyle especially when you are required to take prescription medicine.
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