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compositionComposition:LANSOPRAZOLE-15MG
prescriptionPrescription Medicine
L-Pep Kid Tablet MD

L-Pep Kid Tablet MD is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease, erosive esophagitis, and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. It contains Lansoprazole, which works by blocking the action of an enzyme known as the gastric proton pump responsible for acid production. Common side effects of L-Pep Kid Tablet MD are headache, constipation, stomach upset, and stomach pain. Let your doctor know if your child is taking any other medicines or has pre-existing medical conditions.

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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

LANSOPRAZOLE-15MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Nabarun Life Sciences

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Dec-28

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About L-Pep Kid Tablet MD

L-Pep Kid Tablet MD belongs to a group of antiulcer medicines called 'proton pump inhibitors'. It is indicated for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease, erosive esophagitis, and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. It is also used to prevent and treat oesophageal ulcers.

L-Pep Kid Tablet MD contains 'Lansoprazole' that works by blocking the action of an enzyme known as the gastric proton pump responsible for acid production. This helps reduce heartburn and reflux symptoms and promotes ulcer healing.

Sometimes, L-Pep Kid Tablet MD may cause side effects such as headache, constipation, stomach upset, and stomach pain. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, seek medical advice if the side effects bother your child.

Let the doctor know if your child is allergic to any of the components in L-Pep Kid Tablet MD. Keep your doctor informed about your child's health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Uses of L-Pep Kid Tablet MD

L-Pep Kid Tablet MD is used in the treatment of Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, erosive esophagitis, and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. The detailed uses of L-Pep Kid Tablet MD are as follows:

  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD): L-Pep Kid Tablet MD helps reduce acid reflux symptoms such as heartburn, regurgitation, and chest discomfort by lowering stomach acid production. It promotes healing of the oesophagus in children with chronic acid exposure.
  • Peptic Ulcer Disease: L-Pep Kid Tablet MD is used to treat ulcers in the stomach or upper part of the small intestine (duodenum). It supports ulcer healing by reducing acid levels and protecting the stomach lining.
  • Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome: L-Pep Kid Tablet MD may be prescribed in rare cases where the stomach produces excessive acid due to tumours. It helps control acid output and prevents complications like ulcers and bleeding.
  • NSAID-Induced Gastric Ulcers: L-Pep Kid Tablet MD is used to prevent or treat ulcers caused by long-term use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), especially in children who require pain management for chronic conditions.
  • Stress Ulcers and Acid-Related Indigestion: L-Pep Kid Tablet MD can be used in hospitalised or critically ill children to prevent stress-related mucosal damage and reduce symptoms like bloating, nausea, and upper abdominal pain.

Key Benefits

  • L-Pep Kid Tablet MD is used to treat and manage gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), which causes heartburn and acid reflux.
  • It helps heal and prevent ulcers in the stomach, oesophagus, and duodenum.
  • It is indicated in the treatment of erosive esophagitis and Zollinger–Ellison syndrome, conditions associated with excessive stomach acid production.
  • The active ingredient, Lansoprazole, works by blocking the gastric proton pump enzyme, which is responsible for acid secretion in the stomach.
  • By reducing acid production, L-Pep Kid Tablet MD relieves symptoms of heartburn, acidity, and indigestion, and promotes ulcer healing.
  • It helps prevent the recurrence of acid-related damage to the oesophagus and stomach lining.
  • L-Pep Kid Tablet MD provides long-lasting relief from acid-related discomfort and supports digestive system healing and comfort.

Directions for Use

  • L-Pep Kid Tablet MD should be administered 30 minutes before meals or as advised by the doctor.
  • Follow your doctor’s instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
  • It should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not chew, crush or break it.

How L-Pep Kid Tablet MD Works

L-Pep Kid Tablet MD contains 'Lansoprazole' that works by blocking the action of an enzyme known as the gastric proton pump responsible for acid production. This helps reduce heartburn and reflux symptoms and promotes ulcer healing.
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Alcohol

Not applicable

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Pregnancy

Not applicable

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Breast Feeding

Not applicable

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Driving

Not applicable

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Please consult the doctor if your child has a liver impairment or if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Please consult the doctor if your child has kidney problems.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

L-Pep Kid Tablet MD is safe for children if prescribed by the doctor. Your doctor may prescribe the dose of this medicine based on the child's condition and age.

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Heart

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor before giving L-Pep Kid Tablet MD to your child. Your doctor will prescribe L-Pep Kid Tablet MD if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Geriatrics

Not applicable

L-Pep Kid Tablet MD is for paediatric patients only.

What if I have taken an overdose of L-Pep Kid Tablet MD

Do not take more than the prescribed dose. Using more medication will not improve your symptoms; instead, it may cause serious side effects or poisoning. If you suspect that you may have overdosed on L-Pep Kid Tablet MD or observe any side effects, please go to the emergency department of the closest hospital or nursing home. No specific side effects have been reported under these circumstances.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid giving spicy, fried, or acidic food to the child.
  • Give the child smaller meals throughout the day instead of larger meals.
  • Encourage regular exercise.
  • Do not let the child eat within 2-3 hours of bedtime.

Have a query?

How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for L-Pep Kid Tablet MD to start to work: L-Pep Kid Tablet MD ideally shows its action within 1 to 2 hours after administration.

The time for which the effects of L-Pep Kid Tablet MD last: The effect of L-Pep Kid Tablet MD lasts for 24 hours.

What if you forget to take L-Pep Kid Tablet MD

If you miss administering a dose, give it to your child as soon as you remember. If it's nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue the regular dosing schedule. Do not double the dose.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep L-Pep Kid Tablet MD out of reach and sight of children.• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

Drug Warnings

  • Let the doctor know if your child is allergic to any of the components in L-Pep Kid Tablet MD.
  • Inform the doctor if the child has heartburn with light-headedness, dizziness, sweating, chest pain, or dizziness; or bloody/black stools.
  • Contact your doctor if the child develops bruises, blurred vision, hallucinations, or a headache.
  • If your child is taking any other medicines, herbal products or vitamin/mineral supplements, tell your doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions: Inform the doctor if your child is taking anti-viral medicines (atazanavir, nelfinavir, rilpivirine), anti-microbial (rifampin), or herbal supplements (St. John's wort).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found/established.

LansoprazoleRilpivirine
Critical
LansoprazoleCitalopram
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LansoprazoleRilpivirine
Critical
How does the drug interact with L-Pep Kid Tablet MD:
Co-administration of L-Pep Kid Tablet MD can make Rilpivirine less effective by reducing its absorption in the body.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Rilpivirine with L-Pep Kid Tablet MD can result in an interaction, but can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
LansoprazoleCitalopram
Severe
How does the drug interact with L-Pep Kid Tablet MD:
When L-Pep Kid Tablet MD and Citalopram are taken together, L-Pep Kid Tablet MD may increase the blood levels of citalopram and increase the risk of side effects, such as an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking L-Pep Kid Tablet MD and Citalopram together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, consult a doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or fast or pounding heartbeats. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
LansoprazoleDapsone
Severe
How does the drug interact with L-Pep Kid Tablet MD:
Taking L-Pep Kid Tablet MD with Dapsone may decrease the level or effect of Dapsone.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Dapsone and L-Pep Kid Tablet MD, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
LansoprazoleDacomitinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with L-Pep Kid Tablet MD:
Co-administration of L-Pep Kid Tablet MD can make Dacomitinib less effective by reducing its absorption and lowering its concentration in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of L-Pep Kid Tablet MD with Dacomitinib can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting to a doctor.
LansoprazoleNelfinavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with L-Pep Kid Tablet MD:
Co-administration of Nelfinavir with L-Pep Kid Tablet MD can reduce Nelfinavir absorption, making Nelfinavir less effective against HIV.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking L-Pep Kid Tablet MD and Nelfinavir together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
LansoprazoleErlotinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with L-Pep Kid Tablet MD:
The combination of erlotinib with L-Pep Kid Tablet MD is commonly not advised. Erlotinib may be less effective at treating your cancer as L-Pep Kid Tablet MD may interfere with erlotinib's absorption into the bloodstream.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking L-Pep Kid Tablet MD and erlotinib together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any drugs.
LansoprazoleCilostazol
Severe
How does the drug interact with L-Pep Kid Tablet MD:
Co-administration of L-Pep Kid Tablet MD with Cilostazol may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking L-Pep Kid Tablet MD with Cilostazol together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LansoprazoleMethotrexate
Severe
How does the drug interact with L-Pep Kid Tablet MD:
Co-administration of Methotrexate with L-Pep Kid Tablet MD can increase the blood levels and side effects of Methotrexate.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Methotrexate and L-Pep Kid Tablet MD, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you notice any symptoms of headaches, irritation, confusion, decreased hunger, fatigue, heart palpitations, or diarrhea, you should contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
LansoprazoleGefitinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with L-Pep Kid Tablet MD:
Co-administration of L-Pep Kid Tablet MD with Gefitinib may interfere with the absorption of Gefitinib and reduce its effectiveness.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking L-Pep Kid Tablet MD and Gefitinib together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. To decrease the effects of the interaction, it is advised to take gefitinib either 12 hours before or 12 hours after L-Pep Kid Tablet MD. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
LansoprazoleAtazanavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with L-Pep Kid Tablet MD:
Co-administration of Atazanavir with L-Pep Kid Tablet MD may make atazanavir less effective against HIV.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking L-Pep Kid Tablet MD and atazanavir together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[ANTACIDS]

FAQs

L-Pep Kid Tablet MD is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease, erosive esophagitis, and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. It is also used to prevent and treat ulcers of the oesophagus.

L-Pep Kid Tablet MD works by blocking the action of an enzyme known as the gastric proton pump responsible for the production of acid. This helps in reducing the symptoms of heartburn, reflux and promotes the healing of ulcers.

L-Pep Kid Tablet MD may cause swelling and itchiness of the fingers and toes. Try applying an anti-itch cream or a moisturising cream. If the condition persists after two weeks, consult your doctor.

You are advised to maintain a gap of two hours between L-Pep Kid Tablet MD and indigestion medicines. However, please consult a doctor before giving indigestion/antacid medicines along with L-Pep Kid Tablet MD to the child.

L-Pep Kid Tablet MD may cause side effects such as headache, constipation, stomach upset, and stomach pain. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, seek medical advice if the side effects bother your child.

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Country of origin

India
Other Info - LP93044
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