{"id":543144,"date":"2025-11-02T01:04:18","date_gmt":"2025-11-02T01:04:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/543144\/"},"modified":"2025-11-02T01:04:18","modified_gmt":"2025-11-02T01:04:18","slug":"nhs-issues-red-flag-warning-on-lansoprazole-side-effects","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/543144\/","title":{"rendered":"NHS issues red flag warning on lansoprazole side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The medication is commonly prescribed for stomach-related conditions<strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35 __className_dd219c\">Helena Vesty<\/strong> NHS, social care and patients reporter, <strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35 __className_dd219c\">Kieran Isgin<\/strong> Money &amp; Lifestyle writer and <a class=\"AuthorLink_author-link__rg5qj\" data-tmdatatrack=\"author\" data-testid=\"byline-author\" href=\"https:\/\/www.examinerlive.co.uk\/authors\/wayne-ankers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">Wayne Ankers<\/strong><\/a> Editor<\/p>\n<p>13:06, 01 Nov 2025<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/0_GettyImages-1402164437.jpg\" alt=\"Woman holding tablets while looking at phone\" loading=\"eager\"  \/>(Image: Getty Images)<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"huddersfieldexaminer\">Lansoprazole is routinely prescribed for a variety of stomach-related ailments including heartburn, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and stomach ulcers.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"huddersfieldexaminer\">The drug functions by decreasing the volume of acid the stomach produces. It&#8217;s available solely on prescription and generally comes as capsules or tablets. Patients are typically instructed to take lansoprazole once or twice daily, ideally 30 minutes before consuming a meal or snack for best effectiveness. The dosage varies depending on individual requirements and medical circumstances.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"huddersfieldexaminer\">It is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) comparable to omeprazole, reports <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk\/news\/greater-manchester-news\/nhs-issues-pain-warning-red-32793515\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">the Manchester Evening News<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"huddersfieldexaminer\">Nevertheless, lansoprazole can trigger a broad spectrum of side effects. Some may be serious enough to require contacting a GP or dialling 111, as they might signal a more severe condition, according to <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.examinerlive.co.uk\/all-about\/nhs\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"NHSLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">NHS<\/a> guidance. Common side effects include stomach pain, which impacts more than one in 100 individuals taking lansoprazole.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"huddersfieldexaminer\">Side effects include:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"UnorderedList_unordered-list__gzblI\" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"unordered-list\" publication=\"huddersfieldexaminer\">\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">Feeling dizzy or tired<\/li>\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">Feeling sick<\/li>\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">Wind<\/li>\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">Diarrhoea or being sick (vomiting)<\/li>\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">Headaches<\/li>\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">Dry mouth or throat<\/li>\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">Itchy skin rashes<\/li>\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">Constipation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"huddersfieldexaminer\">Whilst this discomfort may be mild in certain instances, the NHS cautions that if you experience stomach pain that appears to be worsening, you should contact a doctor or dial 111, reports the Daily Record.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"huddersfieldexaminer\">The NHS guidance states that such stomach discomfort &#8220;can be a sign of an inflamed liver or pancreas&#8221;. Additionally, if you suffer severe or persistent diarrhoea whilst on the PPI, it could suggest an inflamed bowel.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"huddersfieldexaminer\">The NHS has stated that these severe side effects are incredibly rare for individuals taking lansoprazole, typically affecting fewer than one in 1,000 people.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"huddersfieldexaminer\">If you have any worries about taking lansoprazole or its side effects, it&#8217;s generally advised to seek advice from a pharmacist or your GP.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"huddersfieldexaminer\">While these side effects can be serious, they usually won&#8217;t necessitate a 999 call. However, you may need to dial 999 if you experience any of the following symptoms, some of which could signify a severe allergic reaction to lansoprazole:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"UnorderedList_unordered-list__gzblI\" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"unordered-list\" publication=\"huddersfieldexaminer\">\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">A sensation of tightness in the throat<\/li>\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">Tight feeling in the throat<\/li>\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">Struggling to swallow<\/li>\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">Someone faints and cannot be woken up<\/li>\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">Very fast breathing<\/li>\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">Struggling to breathe or feeling like you&#8217;re gasping for air<\/li>\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">Sudden confusion, dizziness, or drowsiness<\/li>\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">Sudden swelling of lips, mouth, tongue, or throat<\/li>\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">Skin, lips, or tongue turn blue, pale, or grey<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"huddersfieldexaminer\">Further information regarding Lansoprazole&#8217;s side effects and how to handle them can be found on the NHS website.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The medication is commonly prescribed for stomach-related conditionsHelena Vesty NHS, social care and patients reporter, Kieran Isgin Money&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":543145,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4315],"tags":[105,4326,211,16,15],"class_list":{"0":"post-543144","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-medication","8":"tag-health","9":"tag-medication","10":"tag-nhs","11":"tag-uk","12":"tag-united-kingdom"},"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"https:\/\/pubeurope.com\/@uk\/115477418616010042","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/543144","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=543144"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/543144\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/543145"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=543144"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=543144"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=543144"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}