{"product_id":"dextop-capsules-30mg","title":"Dextop Capsules 30mg","description":"\u003cp\u003e1. Basic Information\u003cbr\u003e Requires Prescription: ✅ Yes\u003cbr\u003e Generic Name: Dexlansoprazole\u003cbr\u003e Used For: Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)\u003cbr\u003e2. How It Works\u003cbr\u003eDexlansoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) that suppresses gastric acid secretion.\u003cbr\u003eIt works by blocking the H⁺\/K⁺-ATPase enzyme system (the \"proton pump\") in gastric parietal\u003cbr\u003ecells, inhibiting the final step of acid production in the stomach.\u003cbr\u003e3. Dosage\u003cbr\u003e Active Ingredient: Dexlansoprazole\u003cbr\u003e Dosage: As prescribed by a healthcare provider\u003cbr\u003e4. Side Effects\u003cbr\u003e Common:\u003cbr\u003eo Diarrhea\u003cbr\u003eo Abdominal pain\u003cbr\u003eo Nausea\u003cbr\u003eo Vomiting\u003cbr\u003eo Flatulence\u003cbr\u003eo Upper respiratory tract infection\u003cbr\u003e Less Common:\u003cbr\u003eo Anemia, lymphadenopathy\u003cbr\u003eo Cardiac issues (e.g., angina, arrhythmia, chest pain, MI)\u003cbr\u003eo Ear, eye, and GI disturbances (e.g., tinnitus, vertigo, gastritis, esophagitis)\u003cbr\u003eo Barrett’s esophagus, colonic polyp\u003cbr\u003eo Other: dry mouth, constipation, dysphagia, abnormal feces\u003cbr\u003e5. Drug Interactions\u003cbr\u003eAvoid or use caution when taken with:\u003cbr\u003e HIV drugs: Rilpivirine, atazanavir, nelfinavir, saquinavir\u003cbr\u003e Blood thinners: Warfarin\u003cbr\u003e Immunosuppressants: Methotrexate, tacrolimus, mycophenolate mofetil\u003cbr\u003e Antifungals: Ketoconazole, itraconazole, voriconazole\u003cbr\u003e Heart medications: Digoxin\u003cbr\u003e Anticancer drugs: Erlotinib, dasatinib, nilotinib\u003cbr\u003e Others: Iron salts, THC, St. John’s Wort, rifampin (CYP2C19\/3A4 inducers or\u003cbr\u003einhibitors)\u003cbr\u003e6. Indications\u003cbr\u003eDexlansoprazole is indicated in patients 12 years and older for:\u003cbr\u003e Healing of erosive esophagitis (EE): Up to 8 weeks\u003cbr\u003e Maintenance of EE healing \u0026amp; heartburn relief: Up to 6 months\u003cbr\u003e Treatment of non-erosive GERD-related heartburn: For 4 weeks\u003cbr\u003e7. Contraindications (When Not to Use)\u003cbr\u003e Hypersensitivity to dexlansoprazole or any component\u003cbr\u003e Concurrent use with rilpivirine-containing products\u003cbr\u003e Severe hepatic impairment\u003cbr\u003e8. Precautions\u003cbr\u003e Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration to minimize risk of\u003cbr\u003ecomplications.\u003cbr\u003e Risk of Clostridium difficile–associated diarrhea, especially in hospitalized patients.\u003cbr\u003e9. Warnings\u003cbr\u003e Warning 1:\u003cbr\u003eRisk of osteoporosis-related fractures (hip, spine, wrist) with long-term PPI use.\u003cbr\u003ePatients should follow osteoporosis treatment guidelines if at risk.\u003cbr\u003e Warning 2:\u003cbr\u003eMonitor magnesium levels prior to long-term use, especially if using digoxin, diuretics,\u003cbr\u003eor other hypomagnesemia-causing drugs.\u003cbr\u003e Warning 3:\u003cbr\u003eLong-term use may impair vitamin B12 absorption, leading to B12 deficiency.\u003cbr\u003e10. Additional Information\u003cbr\u003e Pregnancy Category: Always consult your physician before use.\u003cbr\u003e Storage Required: ✅ Yes\u003cbr\u003eo Store at room temperature, away from light and heat.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Wellness Hospital","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53279721095499,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"PKR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/5711\/6491\/files\/JA1_7187.jpg?v=1756522801","url":"https:\/\/wellnesspharmacy.pk\/products\/dextop-capsules-30mg","provider":"The Wellness Hospital","version":"1.0","type":"link"}