Common Questions about Lansoprazole

How long should you take lansoprazole?

Your doctor may give you prescription lansoprazole for 4-8 weeks, depending on the condition being treated. If you are taking over-the-counter lansoprazole for heartburn relief, do not take it for more than 14 days without talking to your healthcare professional.

Does lansoprazole cause weight gain?

Lansoprazole does not generally cause weight gain. However, it can cause fluid retention and bloating, and an increase in water weight. 

Can you drink alcohol while on lansoprazole?

It is generally safe to drink moderate amounts of alcohol while on lansoprazole. This medicine does not interact directly with alcohol. However, alcohol can make possible side effects like dizziness worse.

Is Prilosec and Prevacid the same thing?

Both Prilosec and Prevacid are proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). However, they contain a different active ingredient. The active ingredient in Prilosec is omeprazole, while the active ingredient in Prevacid is lansoprazole.

Can I take lansoprazole in the morning and evening?

You should take lansoprazole once a day in the morning on an empty stomach at least 30 minutes before a meal or snack. Talk to your doctor if you want to take lansoprazole in divided doses (one dose in the morning and one dose in the evening). 

What is the price of lansoprazole without insurance?

Without insurance, lansoprazole can be as high as $186.94, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $11.91 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price, and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. While generics tend to have the best savings, you can also use your BuzzRx card and coupons to purchase brand-name versions. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescription drugs—whether you have insurance or not.

What is the price of lansoprazole with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on lansoprazole—copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

You could save up to 80% on your prescription medication with a free BuzzRx discount coupon for lansoprazole. When using the BuzzRx lookup tool to find the price of your medicine, be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity to receive the most accurate discounted pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.