Flan capsule 30mg

About Flan capsule 30mg

Flan capsule 30mg Uses

• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and frequent heartburn
• Erosive esophagitis and its healing
• Stomach and duodenal ulcers
• H. pylori infection, as part of combination therapy with antibiotics
• Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and other acid hypersecretion conditions

What Experts Say

Lansoprazole blocks the proton pump enzyme in the stomach lining. This action reduces acid production and allows irritated tissue in the esophagus and stomach to heal. Relief from heartburn and reflux symptoms usually begins within a few days of starting the medicine.

Gastroenterologists in Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad and Rawalpindi frequently prescribe Flan capsule 30mg alongside antibiotics for H. pylori infection, which remains widespread across Pakistan due to shared water sources and crowded households. It is also a common first choice for patients with reflux linked to spicy or oily diets.

Long term use beyond a few months should be reviewed by a doctor, since prolonged acid suppression is linked to low magnesium levels, vitamin B12 deficiency and a higher fracture risk in older adults. Sudden weight loss or trouble swallowing during treatment needs prompt medical review.

Flan capsule 30mg formula

• Lansoprazole 30mg

Available forms

• Capsule

How to use Flan capsule 30mg?

• Flan capsule 30mg works best when taken 30 to 60 minutes before a meal, usually before breakfast.
• The capsule should be swallowed whole with water, since opening or chewing it lowers its effectiveness.
• Most acid reflux courses last four to eight weeks, though the doctor's advice on duration should be followed.
• A missed dose can be taken as soon as it is remembered, unless the next dose is already close.

Drug Interactions

• Clopidogrel, since Lansoprazole can reduce its blood thinning effect
• Warfarin, due to a possible change in bleeding risk
• Methotrexate, since acid suppression can raise its levels in the blood
• Atazanavir and certain HIV medicines, which need stomach acid for proper absorption
• Iron supplements, since reduced acid can lower iron absorption

Risks and warnings

• Long term use may lower magnesium levels, which can cause muscle cramps or an irregular heartbeat.
• Patients with liver disease may need a lower dose under medical supervision.
• Unexplained weight loss, difficulty swallowing or persistent vomiting should be checked by a doctor before starting this medicine, since it can mask signs of stomach cancer.
• Extended use is linked to a higher risk of bone fractures, particularly in older adults.
• Caution is advised in pregnancy and breastfeeding, and a doctor's guidance should be followed.

Flan capsule 30mg Side Effects

• Headache
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Stomach pain
• Constipation
• Dizziness

Storage Conditions

• The capsules should be stored below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from direct light.
• The original strip should be used to store the capsules until each dose is taken.
• Children should not have access to this medicine.