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dexlansoprazole (Kapidex, Dexilant)
Kapidex name change to Dexilant [2]
Indications:
- symptomatic GERD
- erosive esophagitis, pyrosis
- gastritis or peptic ulcer
- adjunct treatment of Helicobacter pylori
- NSAID gastropathy
- Zollinger-Ellison syndrome
Dosage:
- 30-60 mg PO QD
Pharmacokinetics:
- dual release mechanism
Mechanism of action:
- R-isomer of lansoprazole
Notes: cost about $150/month (2009)
Interactions
drug adverse effects of proton pump inhibitors (PPI)
General
proton pump inhibitor
References
- Prescriber's Letter 16(3): 2009
Comparison of Proton Pump Inhibitors
Detail-Document#: 250304
(subscription needed) http://www.prescribersletter.com
- FDA NEWS RELEASE: March 4, 2010
FDA Approves Name Change for Heartburn Drug Kapidex
http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm203096.htm
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