What is lansoprazole?

• Lansoprazole decreases the amount of acid produced in the stomach.
• Lansoprazole is used to treat and prevent stomach and intestinal ulcers, erosive esophagitis (damage to the esophagus from stomach acid), and other conditions involving excessive stomach acid such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.
• Lansoprazole may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide...