Drug Uses

Prevacid amount of acid produced in the stomach. Prevacid is used to treat stomach ulcers, erosive esophagitis (damage to the stomach acid), and involving acid such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Prevacid be used other listed in this .

How Taken

Prevacid comes as an extended-release (long-acting) capsule to take it orally. Prevacid usually is taken once a day, before a meal. Take Prevacid exactly as directed. Do not or less of it or take it more prescribed by your doctor. The be swallowed whole. If you swallowing capsules, Prevacid can be opened, and can be sprinkled on applesauce immediately. The not be chewed or crushed. Continue to take Prevacid even if you . Do not Prevacid to your doctor.

Warnings/Precautions

Before taking Prevacid, tell if you liver disease. You be able to take Prevacid, or you a dosage adjustment or special treatment. Prevacid is in the category B. This it is not expected to be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take Prevacid without to your doctor if you . It is not Prevacid breast milk. Do not take Prevacid without to your doctor if you -feeding a baby.

Missed Dose

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

Possible Side Effects

Serious from Prevacid are not common. Stop taking Prevacid and 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 effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take Prevacid and talk to your doctor if you experience
-diarrhea, nausea, or abdominal pain;
-dizziness; or
-headache.
Side than here occur. Talk to your any that or that is especially bothersome.

Storage

Store Prevacid at room from heat.

Overdose

Seek attention if an overdose is suspected. Symptoms of an Prevacid unknown.

More Information

There are no restrictions on food, beverages, or activities Prevacid, unless by your doctor.

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