Solox

Solox (Lansoprazole) works by blocking acid production in the stomach. This medication is known as a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). It is used to treat acid-related stomach and throat (esophagus) problems (e.g., acid reflux or GERD, ulcers, erosive esophagitis, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome). Decreasing excess stomach acid can help relieve symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, persistent cough, and trouble sleeping. It can also prevent serious acid damage to your digestive system (e.g., ulcers, cancer of the esophagus).

Solox (Lansoprazole) may also be used to treat ulcers due to the long-term use of certain drugs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or NSAIDs) for pain or swelling. In addition, this medication may be used in combination with antibiotics to treat certain types of ulcers caused by bacterial infection.

Take Solox (Lansoprazole) only as prescribed by your doctor or physician. Carefully follow all directions given to you by your physician.

Constipation or diarrhea may occur. Tell your physician immediately if you experience stomach pain.

Tell your physician immediately if you notice signs of vitamin B-12 deficiency with long-term (over 3 years) treatment (e.g., unusual weakness, sore tongue, numbness or tingling of the hands/feet)

A serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing.

This drug should not be used with the following medications because very serious interactions may occur:

• atazanavir
• nelfinavir

Before using this medication, tell your physician or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially of:

• cilostazol
• theophylline
• voriconazole
• warfarin

Solox (Lansoprazole) can decrease the effectiveness of certain drugs which require stomach acid in order to be absorbed. Before using this medication, consult your physician or pharmacist on how to manage such a potential interaction if you are taking the following drugs:

• ampicillin
• azole antifungals (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole)
• iron supplements

Based on information for similar drugs, Solox (Lansoprazole) may increase the amount of digoxin that is absorbed into your blood. Consult your physician or pharmacist for details if you also take digoxin.