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Prazex 30 belongs to the group of gastrointestinal drugs and is made in the form of tablets. The drug Prazex 30 with the main ingredient Lansoprazole is indicated in the treatment of ulcers of the stomach, duodenum, esophagus... However, during treatment with Prazex 30 may cause some side effects. Therefore, before using Prazex 30, it is necessary to carefully study the information and follow the doctor's instructions.
1. Mechanism of action of the drug Prazex 30
What is Prazex 30 medicine? Prazex 30 contains the main ingredient, lansoprazole, which belongs to a group of drugs that inhibit strong acid secretion by inhibiting the activity of enzymes H +, K +, ATPase in the parietal cells of the gastric mucosa and plays an important role as a proton pump. Clinically, Prazex 30 can achieve a fast and high healing rate and also fight stomach ulcers and duodenal ulcers. Moreover, the drug Prazex 30 has also been shown to be effective in the treatment of reflux esophagitis.
Prazex 30 when entering the body has the ability to be quickly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract but can be changed due to the dose used. Bioavailability of the drug is up to 70%. The drug is completely distributed to plasma proteins. Metabolism of the drug takes place in the liver and is eliminated by the kidneys up to 80%.
Prazex 30 has little effect on gastric juice volume, pepsin secretion, gastric endogenous factor and gastric contractility. At the same time, the scar healing rate can reach 95% after 8 weeks of treatment.
2. Indications and contraindications to the drug Prazex 30
Prazex 30 is indicated for the treatment of peptic ulcer disease, oesophagitis. Or treat gastroesophageal reflux disease, treat Zollinger Ellison syndrome.
However, Prazex 30 is also contraindicated in cases of hypersensitivity to the ingredients of Prazex 30, or in patients with malignant gastric ulcer. Prazex 30 should be used with caution in pregnant and lactating women.
3. Dosage and how to use Prazex 30
Prazex 30 is used in the morning before eating. Adults are applied with the usual dose of 30mg/day. In case of duodenal ulcer, Prazex 30 should be used for a period of 4 weeks. If peptic ulcers should be used Prazex 30 treatment for a period of 8 weeks. In the case of patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease, they are treated with Prazex 30 for a period of 4 to 8 weeks. As for Zollinger Ellison syndrome, it is prescribed to use according to symptoms by the treating doctor.
Note: The above recommended therapeutic dose for Prazex 30 is for reference only. Therefore, before using Prazex 30, patients need to be prescribed by a doctor.
4. Management of missed dose and overdose of Prazex 30
If you miss a dose of Prazex 30, use the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if the interval between the missed dose of Prazex 30 and the next dose is too close, skip the missed dose. Patients should not double the dose of Prazex 30, because it can cause an overdose. To overcome, the patient can set an alarm or ask relatives to remind.
In case of accidentally using Prazex 30 drug in excess of prescribed and showing some unwanted signs, it is necessary to take the patient to the emergency room immediately. However, family members can apply some preliminary treatment measures when poisoning with Prazex 30 such as: gastric lavage, vomiting. Next, family members take the patient to a medical facility to treat symptoms.
5. Unwanted side effects when using Prazex 30
Prazex 30 may cause some unwanted side effects during treatment. However, with each case Prazex 30 can occur in varying degrees from mild to severe.
Some common side effects caused by Prazex 30 include: nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, constipation,... These side effects may occur at the beginning of treatment or after the increase Dosage of Prazex 30. And usually the side effects from Prazex 30 can be transient or subside over time.
However, in some cases Prazex 30 can cause serious unwanted side effects with rare reactions. These reactions may appear within minutes of using Prazex 30 or longer for a few days. When serious side effects appear such as: dizziness, increased liver enzymes, skin rash, leukopenia, or eosinophilia, thrombocytopenia, increased total cholesterol, increased uric acid, anemia .. The patient should stop taking Prazex 30 and seek medical help immediately.
Some notes during the use of Prazex 30. benefits and risks before using the drug. Prazex 30 may change how it works and increase its side effects. Therefore, in order to avoid the situation, the patient should provide the doctor with a list of previously used drugs including prescription drugs, non-prescription drugs, herbs... Above is important information about Prazex 30 medicine. Patients should carefully read the instructions for use and use according to the dose prescribed by the doctor to achieve the best effect.
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