About Lanzopral 30mg Capsules
Proton pump inhibitor
Used for
- Acid reflux and heartburn
- Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease
- Stomach or duodenal ulcers
- Reducing ulcers caused by anti-inflammatory medicines
Usual adult dose
Usually 15–30 mg once daily; dose depends on the condition.
Usual dose in children
For children aged 1 year and older, dosing is weight-based and condition-specific.
Common side effects
- Headache
- Diarrhoea
- Stomach pain
- Nausea
Important warnings
- Long-term use may lower magnesium or vitamin B12 levels.
- Long-term use may increase the risk of bone fractures.
- Seek assessment for difficulty swallowing, unexplained weight loss, or persistent vomiting.
- May mask symptoms of stomach cancer.
Pregnancy
Use only when needed after discussing benefits and risks with a healthcare professional.
Breastfeeding
Small amounts may pass into breast milk; discuss use with a healthcare professional.
Interactions
- May interact with warfarin and some other blood thinners.
- May reduce absorption of medicines requiring stomach acid, such as ketoconazole.
- May interact with methotrexate, especially at high doses.
- HIV medicines such as atazanavir may be less effective.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.