Dexilant

developed for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease to support acid control.

Strengths: 30 · 60mg

Medicine details

Therapeutic class

Proton Pump Inhibitor

Pharmacological class

Proton Pump Inhibitor

Contraindications

hypersensitivity to dexlansoprazole

Minor side effects

diarrhoea; abdominal pain; nausea

Moderate side effects

flatulence; vomiting

Dosage forms

Modified-release capsule, hard

Administration route

Oral use

Patient summary

developed for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease to support acid control.

Prescription status

POM

Manufacturer

Takeda

Onset Time

1–2 hours

Duration

24 hours

Storage instructions

Store at room temperature below 25°C.

Drug interactions

clopidogrel; methotrexate

Age restrictions

Adults and adolescents 12 years and older.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Consult your physician for advice if pregnant or breastfeeding.

Precautions and warnings

long-term use requires monitoring for vitamin B12 deficiency; risk of Clostridioides difficile infection

Serious side effects

anaphylaxis — requires immediate medical attention; interstitial nephritis — requires immediate medical attention

Mechanism of action

Dexlansoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor that suppresses gastric acid secretion by inhibiting the H+/K+-ATPase in the gastric parietal cells. This is effective for managing acid-related digestive symptoms.

Dexilant

developed for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease to support acid control.

Editorial Notes

  • Active ingredient(s): Dexlansoprazole
  • Listed indication(s): Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease, Erosive Oesophagitis

Usually available as

  • 90 tablets - 30 mg1105-30-mg-13172
  • 60 tablets - 60 mg1105-60-mg-13177