treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week)
not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect
Warnings
Allergy alert: Do not use if you are allergic to Prevacid 24 hr
Do not use
if you have trouble or pain swallowing food, vomiting with blood, or bloody or black stools. These may be signs of a serious condition. See your doctor.
Ask a doctor before use if you have
liver disease
had heartburn over 3 months. This may be a sign of a more serious condition.
heartburn with lightheadedness, sweating or dizziness
chest pain or shoulder pain with shortness of breath; sweating; pain spreading to arms, neck or shoulders; or lightheadedness
frequent chest pain
frequent wheezing, particularly with heartburn
unexplained weight loss
nausea or vomiting
stomach pain
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking
warfarin
prescription antifungal or anti-yeast medicines
digoxin (heart medicine)
theophylline (asthma medicine)
tacrolimus or mycophenolate mofetil (immune system medicines)
atazanavir (medicine for HIV infection)
methotrexate (arthritis medicine)
Stop use and ask a doctor if
your heartburn continues or worsens
you need to take this product for more than 14 days
you need to take more than 1 course of treatment every 4 months
you get diarrhea
If pregnant or breast-feeding,
ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).
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Directions
adults 18 years of age and older
this product is to be used once a day, every day for 14 days
it may take 1 to 4 days for full effect, although some people get complete relief of symptoms within 24 hours
14-Day Course of Treatment
swallow 1 capsule with a glass of water before eating in the morning
take every day for 14 days
do not take more than 1 capsule a day
swallow whole. Do not crush or chew capsules.
do not use for more than 14 days unless directed by your doctor
Repeated 14-Day Courses (if needed)
you may repeat a 14-day course every 4 months
do not take for more than 14 days or more often than every 4 months unless directed by a doctor
children under 18 years of age: ask a doctor before use. Heartburn in children may sometimes be caused by a serious condition.
Other information
read the directions, warnings and package insert before use
keep the carton and package insert. They contain important information.
- May take 1 to 4 days for full effect, although some people get complete relief of symptoms within 24 hours
Please read the entire package insert before taking Prevacid 24 hr Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg.
Save for future reference.
How Prevacid 24 hr Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg Treats Your Frequent Heartburn
Prevacid 24 hr Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg stops acid production at the source – the pumps that release acid into the stomach. Prevacid 24 hr Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg is taken once a day (every 24 hours), every day for 14 days.
What You Can Expect When Taking Prevacid 24 hr Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg
Frequent heartburn can occur anytime during the 24-hour period (day or night). Take Prevacid 24 hr Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg in the morning before eating. Prevacid 24 hr Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg is clinically proven to treat frequent heartburn. Although some people get complete relief of symptoms within 24 hours, it may take 1 to 4 days for full effect. Make sure you take Prevacid 24 hr Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg every day for 14 days to treat your frequent heartburn.
Who Should Take Prevacid 24 hr Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg Adults (18 years and older) with frequent heartburn – when you have heartburn 2 or more days a week.
Who Should NOT Take Prevacid 24 hr Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg
People who have one episode of heartburn a week or less, or who want immediate relief of heartburn.
How to Take Prevacid 24 hr Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg
14-DAY Course of Treatment
Swallow 1 capsule with a glass of water before eating in the morning.
Take every day for 14 days.
Do not take more than 1 capsule a day.
Swallow whole. Do not crush or chew capsules.
Do not use for more than 14 days unless directed by your doctor.
When to Take Prevacid 24 hr Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg Again
You may repeat a 14-day course of therapy every 4 months.
When to Talk to Your Doctor
Do not take for more than 14 days or more often than every 4 months unless directed by a doctor.
Warnings and When to Ask Your Doctor
Allergy alert: Do not use if you are allergic to Prevacid 24 hr
Do not use
if you have trouble or pain swallowing food, vomiting with blood, or bloody or black stools. These may be signs of a serious condition. See your doctor.
Ask a doctor before use if you have
liver disease
had heartburn over 3 months. This may be a sign of a more serious condition.
heartburn with lightheadedness, sweating or dizziness
chest pain or shoulder pain with shortness of breath; sweating; pain spreading to arms, neck or shoulders; or lightheadedness
frequent chest pain
frequent wheezing, particularly with heartburn
unexplained weight loss
nausea or vomiting
stomach pain
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking
warfarin (blood-thinning medicine)
prescription antifungal or anti-yeast medicines
digoxin (heart medicine)
theophylline (asthma medicine)
tacrolimus or mycophenolate mofetil (immune system medicines)
atazanavir (medicine for HIV infection)
methotrexate (arthritis medicine)
Stop use and ask a doctor if
your heartburn continues or worsens
you need to take this product for more than 14 days
you need to take more than 1 course of treatment every 4 months
you get diarrhea
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).
Tips for Managing Heartburn
Avoid foods or drinks that are more likely to cause heartburn, such as rich, spicy, fatty and fried foods, chocolate, caffeine, alcohol and even some acidic fruits and vegetables.
In three clinical studies, Prevacid 24 hr Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg was shown to be significantly better than placebo in treating frequent heartburn.
How Prevacid 24 hr Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg is Sold
Prevacid 24 hr Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg is available in 14 capsule, 28 capsule and 42 capsule sizes. These sizes contain one, two and three 14-day courses of treatment, respectively. Do not use for more than 14 days in a row unless directed by your doctor. For the 28 count (two 14-day courses) and the 42 count (three 14-day courses), you may repeat a 14-day course every 4 months.
For Questions or Comments About Prevacid 24 hr Delayed-Release Capsules 15 mg
Call 1-800-719-9260
Prevacid 24 hr DR 15mg Capsule
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Can i drive or operate heavy machine after consuming Prevacid 24 hr?
Depending on the reaction of the Prevacid 24 hr after taken, if you are feeling dizziness, drowsiness or any weakness as a reaction on your body, Then consider Prevacid 24 hr not safe to drive or operate heavy machine after consumption. Meaning that, do not drive or operate heavy duty machines after taking the capsule if the capsule has a strange reaction on your body like dizziness, drowsiness. As prescribed by a pharmacist, it is dangerous to take alcohol while taking medicines as it exposed patients to drowsiness and health risk. Please take note of such effect most especially when taking Primosa capsule. It's advisable to consult your doctor on time for a proper recommendation and medical consultations.
Is Prevacid 24 hr addictive or habit forming?
Medicines are not designed with the mind of creating an addiction or abuse on the health of the users. Addictive Medicine is categorically called Controlled substances by the government. For instance, Schedule H or X in India and schedule II-V in the US are controlled substances.
Please consult the medicine instruction manual on how to use and ensure it is not a controlled substance.In conclusion, self medication is a killer to your health. Consult your doctor for a proper prescription, recommendation, and guidiance.
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