Esomeprazole
Esomeprazole belongs to the "proton pump inhibitors" class of medications, and it works by decreasing acid formulation in the stomach. Esomeprazole tablets are used in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease, a condition that involves the backward flow of acid from the stomach causing heartburn and injury to the the oesophagus. It is used to trate the treat the symptoms of GERD, and allows the healing of the oesophagus, and prevents further damage. Esomeprazole is also used in comniation with other medications for preventing stomach ulcers.

How to Use
Esomeprazole is available in a delayed-release capsule for oral intake, and taken once a day one hour before a meal. Follow label & prescription directions carefully, and consult doctor or pharmacist for more information. Swallow capsules whole. Your doctor will inform you about the duration of esomeprazole intake.

Side Effects
Esomeprazole may cause certain side effects. Inorm your doctor if any of these symptoms persist in a sever form :

Headache	Gas
Diarrhea	Stomach pain
Upset stomach	Constipation

Precautions
Before taking esomeprazole :

• Inform your doctor & pharmacist about allergies to any medications.
• Consult your doctor on the planned intake of any other medications, nutritional supplements, vitamins, and herbal products.
• If you have been placed on digoxin, iron supplements, iron-based vitamins, or ketoconazole, take them two hours before esomeprazole intake.
• Inform your doctor about your medical history, especially that of liver disease.
• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, or do plan to become pregnant, or are even breast-feeding.
• Antacids can be taken with with esomeprazole. Ask the doctor to recommend a specific antacid and the method of intake.

Over dose
In case of overdose, call emergency services immediately

Missed Dose
Consume the missed dose as soon as you remember. But, if the next dose us due soon, skip the missed dose and follow your regular schedule. Do not consume double doses to make up for missed ones.

Storage
Keep medication in a tightly closed container out of the reach of infants & children. Store at room temperatures away from c ontacvt with heat and moisture. Dispose outdated medication after consulting with doctor or pharmacist.

Lansoprazole
Lansoprazole is a proton-pump inhibitor, used in the treatment of ulcers; gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD); and conditions wherein the stomach tends to produces excess acid - such as the Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Lansoprazole is also used in conjunctin with certain other medications for eliminating H. Pylori - bacteria which causes ulcers. Lansoprazole works by decreasing acid amount in the stomach.

How to Use
Lansoprazole is available in long-acting, delayed-release capsule and also as granules used in the formation of delayed-release solutions (liquid) for oral intake. Lansoprazole is taken once a day, before meals. When it is taken in combination with certain other medications it is taken twice a day or three times a day for ten to fourteen days. Follow lavbel instructions and consult doctor about intake and dosage. The capsule should be swallowed whole and in case of any problems the granules can be mixed with other foods, but it should not be crushed or chewed. Continue with Lansoprazole even if there is relief from symptoms without consulting with your doctor.

Side Effects
Lansoprazole intake may cause certain side effects. Consult your doctor if any of the listed symptoms persist.

stomach pain

diarrhea

Precautions
Before taking Lansoprazole:

• Consult your doctor & pharmacist about any allergies to Lansoprazole or other medications.
• Inform the doctor & pharmacist about the intake of any medications, supplements, etc.
• If you have been prescribed Sucralfate (Carafate), consume it take thirty minutes after the intake of Lansoprazole.
• Inform your doctor about your medical history especially about the existence of any liver or kidney disease.
• Inform your doctor about existing pregnancy, or plans for the same, or whether your are breast-feeding. If pregnancy occurs while taking lansoprazole, inform your doctor.

Over Dose
Emergency services should be notified imeddiately in case a pateint overdoses on Lansoprazole.

Missed Dose
Consume the missed dose immedicately, unless the next dose is due in a short while. Continue the regular dosing schedule in this case by skipping the missed dose.

Storage
Keep the medication in a tight contained completely closed and away from the reach of children and elements such as heat and moisture. Store at room temperatures. Dispose of any medications that are outdated and consult your pharmacist about the proper disposal of the same.

Ranitidine
Ranitidine is a H2 blocker that is used to treat ulcers; gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and to relieve conditions wherein the stomach produces excess acid such as the Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Generic Ranitidine sold over-the-counter is used to prevent and relieve the symptoms of heartburn that are associated with acid indigestion and upset stomach. Ranitidine works by decreasing the formulation of acid formed in the stomach.

How to Use
Ranitidine comes as a effervescent tablet form, and a syrup for oral intake. It is taken once a day before bedtime or 2 to 4 times a day. Ranitidine sold over-the-counter comes in tablet for taken by mouth usually taken once or twice a day. For preventing symptoms, it is taken about an hour before intake of foods. Follow label directions carefully, and consult doctor or pharmacist for explanation. Dissolve the Ranitidine effervescent tablets and the granules in glass of water before drinking it.
Do not consume over-the-counter ranitidine for longer durations than two weeks unless prescribed otherwise by your doctor. If symptoms persist, stop medication and consult your doctor.
Side Effects
Ranitidine may cause certain side effects that should be intimated to the doctor

Headache	Upset stomach
Constipation	Vomiting
Diarrhea	Stomach pain

Precautions
Before taking ranitidine:

• Inform your doctor and pharmacist about any allergies to Ranitidine or other medications.
• Inform your doctor and pharmacist about the consumption of any other medications, dietary supplements, herbal supplements etc. for avoiding possible side-effects
• Inform your doctor about your medical history especially the existence of any diseases such as phenylketonuria, porphyria, or kidney & liver disease.
• Consult your doctor about any existing pregnancy, or planned ones. If pregnancy occurs during the medication period, consult your doctor immediately.

Over Dose
If a patient overdoses on Ranitidine, inform the doctor, or emergency services immediately

Missed Dose
Consume the missed dose unless the next dosage is scheduled to happen in a short period. In such a case, continue wit your regular dosing schedule. Do not consume double doses in order to make up for missed ones.

Storage
Keep in a tightly shut container at room temperatures, out of the reach of chiildren as well as heat and moisture.