The prescription drug lansoprazole is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD. The condition is characterized by acid reflux of the stomach and food into the esophagus, causing burning, coughing, suffocation and other potentially serious symptoms. Lansoprazole is known as a proton pump inhibitor or PPI. It is used to control the production of acid in the stomach and to help the esophagus heal to prevent and treat gastric ulcers caused by Helicobacter pylori. There is also a milder form of lansoprazole that is sold on the counter for the treatment of heartburn. Drinking alcohol is not recommended when taking this medicine.
Stomach acid. (Source: decade3d / iStock / Getty Images) Gastrointestinal use
Pre lansoprazole is an oral tablet and delayed release capsule. Over-the-counter drugs can be used as delayed release capsules. Prescription drugs are usually taken once a day to control GERD symptoms, taking two or three times a day to eradicate Helicobacter pylori. Over-the-counter medications are taken only once a day for two weeks.
Other uses
Because lansoprazole consists of proton pump inhibitors and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or NSAIDs, in cases of arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis, and with Painful stomach disorders can also be used to relieve pain and inflammation. It is unclear how NSAIDs can alleviate pain and inflammation, but it is well known that they cause severe gastrointestinal problems that cause ulceration. Lansoprazole can only be used under the supervision of a doctor.
Alcohol and stomach
Alcohol stimulates the inner wall of the stomach and causes excess acid. This can lead to ulcers and gastritis, and can also aggravate GERD. In addition, alcohol can cause red blood cells to accumulate, which can block blood vessels, cause bleeding, hemorrhage and possibly death.
Alcohol and lansoprazole
Please note that alcohol is not contraindicated when using lansoprazole. Side effects of taking lansoprazole include drowsiness and dizziness, which may be exacerbated by NSAIDs. These medications can cause stomach ulcers and bleeding, which can exacerbate ohol due to alb consumption. If you drink alcohol while taking lansoprazole, some diseases may get worse. If you have alcohol problems, have dehydration or low blood sodium levels, your doctor may recommend avoiding alcohol while taking this medicine.
