Have a history of stomach ulcer? Concerned about NSAIDs? Have a productive doctor visit by first reading through this Doctor Discussion Guide.
Prescription Prevacid is approved for GERD in
children aged 1–17 years. Individual results may vary. Prevacid Capsules and
Prevacid SoluTab (lansoprazole) Orally Disintegrating Tablets may not be right
for everyone. Prevacid has a low occurrence of side effects in adults and
children including diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, dizziness, constipation
and headache. Symptom relief does not rule out other serious stomach
conditions. The safety and effectiveness of PREVPAC and Prevacid NapraPAC have
not been established in pediatric patients.
Please see the complete Prescribing Information for more information and talk
to your child's doctor.
Prevacid comes in many forms. To find out whether
Prevacid Capsules, Prevacid SoluTab Orally Disintegrating tablets, or Prevacid
for Oral suspension is right for you, take advantage of this great 3 in 1 trial
offer.
Prevacid comes in many forms. To find out whether
Prevacid Capsules, Prevacid SoluTab Orally Disintegrating tablets, or Prevacid
for Oral suspension is right for you, take advantage of this great 3 in 1 trial
offer.
Prevacid comes in many forms. To find out whether
Prevacid Capsules, Prevacid SoluTab Orally Disintegrating tablets, or Prevacid
for Oral suspension is right for you, take advantage of this great 3 in 1 trial
offer.
NSAID-Associated Stomach Ulcers
NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) are medications, such as aspirin, ibuprofen and naproxen, commonly used to treat arthritis. NSAIDs make up one of the most widely used classes of medications taken by arthritis patients. However, continuous use of NSAIDs is associated with an increased risk of stomach
ulcers.
What Causes NSAID-Associated Stomach Ulcers?NSAIDs can affect the mucus lining of the stomach, causing
ulcers. Many people with NSAID-associated stomach
ulcers don't complain of symptoms. That's why it's important to talk to your doctor.
Common side effects of NSAIDs include nausea and stomach upset. In addition, all NSAIDs are associated with an increased risk of stomach
ulcers. Only your doctor can diagnose an NSAID-associated
ulcer.
Recurring NSAID-Associated Stomach UlcersIn a clinical study of patients with a history of stomach
ulcer taking an NSAID, nearly half of the patients not receiving risk reduction treatment had an NSAID-associated stomach
ulcer by week 12. If you have a history of stomach
ulcer, sticking to your prescribed treatment plan can help you reduce the likelihood that your stomach
ulcer will come back while continuing your NSAID use. Your results may vary. Controlled studies do not extend beyond 12 weeks.
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