Taking Prevacid

Try to take Prevacid at the same time each day. For the best results, take Prevacid before breakfast. And remember, do not crush or chew your Prevacid. Once you are feeling better, it is tempting to stop taking your medication. Remember, it's important to take your Prevacid as your doctor has recommended.



Taking Prevacid Capsules
Prevacid capsules should be taken before eating. If you have problems swallowing, they can be opened and sprinkled into 1/4 cup of apple, tomato or orange juice, or on a tablespoon of applesauce, Ensure® pudding, cottage cheese, yogurt, or strained pears. Make sure to drink and eat food sprinkled with Prevacid right away and be careful not to crush or chew the capsules or the granules. If you are going to sprinkle Prevacid granules, you should only do so in the juices and foods listed above.

For complete administration options, please refer to the Prescribing Information.

Your doctor will tell you how much Prevacid you should take and for how long you should continue to take it. Depending on how your body responds, he or she may suggest changes over time.

Helpful hints to remember your Prevacid:

• Hang a calendar on your refrigerator, and check off each day that you remember or miss taking your medication.



• Use a daily or weekly pillbox, and fill it with the medications you need each day.



• Take your Prevacid when you do another daily routine, such as brushing your teeth.

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