What is Dexilant: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

How to take Dexilant

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

• Take this medicine as directed. You may need to take it for several weeks before you feel better.

• Delayed-release capsule: Swallow it whole. If you cannot swallow the capsule whole, you may open it and pour the medicine into a tablespoon of applesauce. Swallow the mixture right away without chewing. Do not store the mixed medicine for later use.If a capsule is given through an oral syringe: Open the capsule and mix the contents with 20 milliliters (mL) of water.Use an oral syringe to draw up all of the mixture and swirl gently.Give the mixture right away. Do not chew.Refill the syringe with 10 mL of water. Swirl gently. Swallow the water.Refill the syringe with another 10 mL of water and swallow it right away. This will make sure you get your whole dose.If a capsule is given through a feeding tube: Open the capsule and combine the medicine with 20 milliliters (mL) of water.Use a catheter-tip syringe to draw up the mixture and swirl gently.Inject the medicine into the feeding tube right away.Refill the syringe with 10 mL of water. Swirl it gently. Inject the water into the tube.Refill with another 10 mL of water and inject this into the tube. This will make sure the full dose is given.

• This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Ask your pharmacist for a copy if you do not have one.

• This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Ask your pharmacist for a copy if you do not have one.

• Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Take this medicine as directed. You may need to take it for several weeks before you feel better.

• Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Ask your pharmacist for a copy if you do not have one.

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

• Delayed-release capsule: Swallow it whole. If you cannot swallow the capsule whole, you may open it and pour the medicine into a tablespoon of applesauce. Swallow the mixture right away without chewing. Do not store the mixed medicine for later use.If a capsule is given through an oral syringe: Open the capsule and mix the contents with 20 milliliters (mL) of water.Use an oral syringe to draw up all of the mixture and swirl gently.Give the mixture right away. Do not chew.Refill the syringe with 10 mL of water. Swirl gently. Swallow the water.Refill the syringe with another 10 mL of water and swallow it right away. This will make sure you get your whole dose.If a capsule is given through a feeding tube: Open the capsule and combine the medicine with 20 milliliters (mL) of water.Use a catheter-tip syringe to draw up the mixture and swirl gently.Inject the medicine into the feeding tube right away.Refill the syringe with 10 mL of water. Swirl it gently. Inject the water into the tube.Refill with another 10 mL of water and inject this into the tube. This will make sure the full dose is given.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

What to do if you miss a dose of Dexilant

Dexilant contraindications

• This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to dexlansoprazole.

Dexilant warnings

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, lupus, or osteoporosis.

• This medicine may cause the following problems:Kidney problemsIncreased risk of broken bones in the hip, wrist, or spine (more likely if used several times per day or longer than 1 year)LupusFundic gland polyps (abnormal growth in the upper part of your stomach)

• This medicine can cause diarrhea. Call your doctor if the diarrhea becomes severe, does not stop, or is bloody. Do not take any medicine to stop diarrhea until you have talked to your doctor. Diarrhea can occur 2 months or more after you stop taking this medicine.

• Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.

• Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

Dexilant interactions

• Do not use this medicine if you are also using products containing rilpivirine.

• Dexlansoprazole affects digestion and may keep other medicines from working correctly. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following:Ampicillin, atazanavir, dasatinib, digoxin, erlotinib, itraconazole, ketoconazole, methotrexate, mycophenolate mofetil, nelfinavir, nilotinib, rifampin, ritonavir, saquinavir, St John's wort, tacrolimus, voriconazoleBlood thinner (including warfarin)Diuretic (water pill)Iron supplements

• Do not drink alcohol while you are using this medicine.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.