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Artlanzo drug is indicated in the treatment of reflux esophagitis, peptic ulcer, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome,... However, in the process of using Artlanzo drug, there may be some unwanted side effects. such as headache, dizziness, increased liver enzymes... Therefore, before using Artlanzo, patients need to find out information carefully and follow the doctor's treatment.
1. Mechanism of action of the drug Artlanzo
What is Artlanzo? Artlanzo drug contains Lamsoprazole ingredient, which has a specific inhibitory effect on the proton pump K + and H +. ATPase enzyme in gastric parietal cells. This compound then inhibits the final stage of gastric acid formation. Inhibition of Lamsoprazole may be reversible and dose dependent with Artlanzo administration. In addition, Artlanzo inhibits either basal or stimulated gastric acid secretion. With the effect of helping to reduce acid activity in the stomach, Artlanzo drug also creates a favorable environment for antibiotics to perform the function of killing bacteria in the intestine.
2. Indications and contraindications for the use of Artlanzo
Artlanzo is indicated in the treatment of reflux esophagitis, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, and benign peptic ulcers associated with NSAID use or non-NSAID use.However, Artlanzo drug may be contraindicated in some cases of hypersensitivity to the ingredients of Artlanzo drug. Or if the patient is taking Atazanavir, it should not be used in combination with Artlanzo.
3. Dosage and how to use Artlanzo
Artlanzo medicine 30mg is used in the morning before eating. However, the amount of medicine used will depend on the age and condition of the patient.
For the treatment of peptic ulcer and reflux esophagitis, use the drug at a dose of 1 tablet / day for 4 weeks. If after 4 weeks the condition has not improved, the treatment can be continued for another 4 weeks.
For duodenal ulcer treatment, use Artlanzo 1 tablet once a day for 4 weeks. If after 4 weeks the condition has not improved, the treatment can be continued for another 4 weeks.
For the treatment of duodenal ulcers, use Artlanzo 1 tablet once a day for 2 weeks. If after 2 weeks the condition has not improved, the treatment can be continued for another 2 weeks.
Treatment of benign peptic ulcers associated with NSAID use Artlanzo 1 tablet once a day for 4 weeks. If after 4 weeks the condition has not improved, the treatment can be continued for another 4 weeks.
Gastroesophageal reflux disease using Artlanzo drug with a dose of 15 to 30mg / day, If after 4 weeks the condition has not improved, treatment can be continued with a higher dose of 30mg / day / time
It should be noted: The above recommended therapeutic doses for Artlanzo are for reference only. Therefore, before using Artlanzo, patients need to be prescribed by a doctor.
If the patient has missed a dose of Artlanzo, use the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if the interval between the missed dose of Artlanzo and the next dose is too close, skip the missed dose. Patients should not use a double dose of Artlanzo, because it can cause an overdose. To overcome the situation of missing doses of Artlanzo, patients can set alarms or ask family members to remind them.
In case the patient accidentally uses Artlanzo drug overdose than prescribed and shows some unwanted signs such as abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, fatigue, dizziness, low blood pressure, shortness of breath, drowsiness, itching.... should take the patient to see a doctor immediately.
4. Unwanted side effects and some notes when using Artlanzo
Artlanzo medicine may cause some unwanted side effects during treatment. However, with each case, Artlanzo may occur in varying degrees from mild to severe.
Some common side effects caused by Artlanzo include: Headache, dizziness, digestive disorders, nausea, diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, dry mouth, vomiting, increased liver enzymes, hives. urticaria, fatigue... These side effects may occur at the beginning of treatment or after increasing the dose of the drug used. And often these reactions can be transient or subside over time.
However, in some cases, Artlanzo can cause serious unwanted side effects with rare reactions. These reactions may appear within minutes of using Artlanzo or may take longer than a few days. When serious side effects appear, such as: thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, eosinophilia, depression, arthralgia, edema, anemia, sleep disturbance, vision disturbance, pancytopenia , colitis, Stevens Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis... the patient should stop using Artlanzo and seek immediate medical assistance.
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