Dexilant
Developed for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease to support acid control.
- Category
- Digestive Health
- Active ingredient
- Dexlansoprazole
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Modified-release capsule, hard
- Strengths
- 30 · 60mg
Dexilant details
- Therapeutic class
- Proton Pump Inhibitor
- Pharmacological class
- Proton Pump Inhibitor
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to dexlansoprazole
- Minor side effects
- diarrhoea; abdominal pain; nausea
- Moderate side effects
- flatulence; vomiting
- Dosage forms
- Modified-release capsule, hard
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Patient summary
- developed for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease to support acid control.
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Takeda
- Onset Time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- clopidogrel; methotrexate
- Age restrictions
- Adults and adolescents 12 years and older.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Consult your physician for advice if pregnant or breastfeeding.
Precautions and warnings
long-term use requires monitoring for vitamin B12 deficiency; risk of Clostridioides difficile infection
Serious side effects
anaphylaxis, requires immediate medical attention; interstitial nephritis, requires immediate medical attention
Mechanism of action
Dexlansoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor that suppresses gastric acid secretion by inhibiting the H+/K+-ATPase in the gastric parietal cells. This is effective for managing acid-related digestive symptoms.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Dexilant
Dexilant is a medication containing the active ingredient dexlansoprazole, used for the treatment of Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease and Erosive Oesophagitis. Manufactured by Takeda, it is available as a delayed release tablet in 30mg and 60mg strengths. This treatment helps manage acid-related symptoms for patients seeking consistent relief from recurring digestive discomfort.
Buying Dexilant online
Dexilant is registered across 13 markets, including Indonesia, Taiwan and South Korea, with availability also in Japan, the UAE and Singapore. For expats or those living in areas where finding specific brands is difficult, accessing this medication via our online service provides a reliable alternative. It remains one of the most frequently ordered treatments for acid-related conditions across our delivery network in the region.