Kapidex Delayed Release Capsules (Dexlansoprazole Delayed Release Capsules) Patient Information: Side Effects and Drug Images at RxList

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The causes of GERD include an abnormal lower esophageal sphincter, hiatal hernia, abnormal esophageal contractions, and slow emptying of the stomach.
GERD may damage the lining of the esophagus, thereby causing inflammation (esophagitis), although usually it does not.
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Barrett's esophagus is a pre-cancerous condition that requires periodic endoscopic surveillance for the development of cancer.
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Kapidex Delayed Release Capsules Patient Information Including Side Effects

Brand Names: Kapidex

Generic Name: dexlansoprazole (Pronunciation: DEX lan SOE pra zol)

What is dexlansoprazole (Kapidex Delayed Release Capsules)?

Dexlansoprazole decreases the amount of acid produced in the stomach.

Dexlansoprazole is used to treat heartburn caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and to heal erosive esophagitis (damage to the esophagus from stomach acid).

Dexlansoprazole may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What are the possible side effects of dexlansoprazole (Kapidex Delayed Release Capsules)?

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:

chest pain, fast or pounding heartbeats;
severe stomach pain; or
worsening heartburn.

Less serious side effects may include:

nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, gas;
diarrhea; or
stuffy nose, sneezing, or other cold symptoms.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is the most important information I should know about dexlansoprazole (Kapidex Delayed Release Capsules)?

Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have liver disease. You may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take dexlansoprazole.

Take this medication for the entire length of time prescribed by your doctor. Your symptoms may get better before your treatment is completed.

When treating heartburn, dexlansoprazole is usually given for 4 weeks. To best heal erosive esophagitis, you may need to take dexlansoprazole for several months. Follow your doctor's instructions.

Heartburn can be confused with early symptoms of heart attack. Seek emergency medical attention if you have chest pain or heavy feeling, dizziness, pain spreading to the arm or shoulder, sweating, nausea or vomiting, and a general ill feeling.

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