The
following information is a summary about Prevacid.
It is not intended to replace a doctor's instructions.
Prevacid USES
Prevacid is used for pain relief.
Prevacid DIRECTIONS
Take your Prevacid by mouth as prescribed. It is
usually taken every 4 to 6 hours as needed. Use Prevacid
exactly as prescribed. Do not increase your dose,
use it more frequently or use it for a longer period
of time than prescribed because this drug can be
habit-forming. Also, if used for an extended period
of time, do not suddenly stop using this drug without
your doctor's approval. When used for extended periods,
Prevacid may not work as well and may require different
dosing. Consult your doctor if Prevacid stops working
well.
Prevacid SIDE EFFECTS
Prevacid may cause dizziness, weakness, incoordination,
nausea or vomiting, stomach upset, constipation,
headache, drowsiness, anxiety, irritability, dry
mouth, or increased sweating. If any of these effects
persist or worsen, inform your doctor. Notify your
doctor if you develop any of these serious effects
while taking Prevacid: chest pain, rapid heart rate,
skin rash or itching, mental confusion, disorientation,
seizures, tingling of the hands or feet, trouble
breathing. In the unlikely event you have an allergic
reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention.
Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching,
swelling, dizziness, breathing trouble. If you notice
other effects not listed above, contact your doctor
or pharmacist.
Prevacid PRECAUTIONS
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially
of: kidney disease, liver disease, seizure disorder,
lung disease, history of drug or alcohol dependency,
any allergies you may have. Limit alcohol as it may
add to the dizziness or drowsiness effects caused
by Prevacid. Because this drug may make you dizzy/drowsy,
use caution performing tasks requiring alertness
such as driving. Caution is advised when using this
drug in the elderly because they may be more sensitive
to the effects of the drug. Prevacid should be used
only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss
the risks and benefits with your doctor. Prevacid
is excreted into breast milk. Because the effects
on a nursing infant are not known, consult your doctor
before breast- feeding.
Prevacid DRUG INTERACTIONS
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription
meds you may use, especially of: carbamazepine, narcotic
pain relievers (e.g., codeine), drugs used to aid
sleep, antidepressants (e.g., SSRI-types such as
fluoxetine or fluvoxamine), MAO inhibitors (e.g.,
furazolidone, linezolid, phenelzine, procarbazine,
selegiline, tranylcypromine), psychiatric medicine
(e.g., nefazodone), "triptan"-type drugs, anti-anxiety
drugs (e.g., diazepam), sibutramine. Also, report
use of certain antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine)
which are also present in many cough-and-cold products.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor
or pharmacist approval.
Prevacid OVERDOSE
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison
control center or emergency room immediately.
Prevacid NOTES
Do not share Prevacid with others. Medical examinations
including the nose are generally performed during
prolonged use of this product to check for side effects.
Inform all your doctors you use (or have used) Prevacid.
MISSED DOSE
If you miss a dose, use Prevacid as soon as you remember.
If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the
missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
Prevacid STORAGE
Store Prevacid at room temperature between 36 and
77 degrees F (2 -25 degrees C) away from light and
moisture.
