Medication information
Prescription

Lansoprazole

PPI for acid reflux and ulcers

Lansoprazole (Prevacid) is a PPI similar to pantoprazole and omeprazole. Same general guidance: take before a meal.

How the pharmacy helps

We carry 15 mg and 30 mg delayed-release capsules and orally disintegrating (FasTab) tablets.

Access framing

Available by prescription only.

Access

Available by prescription only.

Forms and strengths

Medication entries grouped here

Strengths, dosage forms, brands, or package entries may vary. Your prescription label and pharmacist counselling are the instructions to follow.

Brand / GenericStrengthFormDINRecord
Prevacid
Lansoprazole
30mgCapsuleActive
COMMON QUESTIONS

Questions
Lansoprazole Questions

The orally disintegrating form helps patients who have trouble swallowing capsules.
They are roughly equivalent for most patients. Sometimes coverage or interactions decide.
Capsules contain enteric granules — talk to the pharmacist before opening.

Have questions about this medication?

Call the pharmacy or bring the medication to the counter. We can help compare labels, dosing schedules, storage needs, and questions to ask your prescriber.

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