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Prevacid® (lansoprazole), used to treat heartburn, acid reflux and ulcers in the digestive track, has been linked to some possible side effects that may cause significant personal injuries, both in the short term and long term. Doctors recommend that only a small dose of the medication be given to children.

Short Term Side Effects Of Prevacid®

The short-term side effects of Prevacid® may be experienced with any dose of the drug, in both the prescription and generic forms of the medication. Short-term side effects of Prevacid® can include:

• Nausea
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Stomach pain
• Chest pain
• Allergic reactions
• Insomnia
• Depression

Long Term Side Effects Of Prevacid®

Studies suggest that Prevacid® and other proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) may increase a person’s risk of some serious injuries, including:

• Heart attack
• Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
• Fractured wrist
• Fractured hip
• Fractured spine

Hip, Spine and Wrist Fractures

Fractures of the hip, spine and wrist have been reported in some users of Prevacid®, Prevacid® 24HR and Prevacid® 30. If you are over the age of 60 and have been taking Prevacid® for about five years, you may be one and have half times more susceptible to the long-term side effects.

Wrist fractures, hip fractures and fractures of the spine are serious injuries that can significantly impair your mobility and cause immense amounts of pain in your body. Treatment is usually costly and can often be required for the rest of the patient's life. The longer someone has been using Prevacid®, the greater the chances are that a hip, spine or wrist fracture may occur, according to reports.

Contact A Prevacid® Attorney

You or a loved one should not have to suffer short or long-term side effects. Hiring a Prevacid® attorney can ensure that your rights are protected and that you are adequately compensated for the pain and suffering caused by your exposure to Prevacid®.

We will work on your behalf to recover damages that will assist in the payment of your medical bills, help make up for lost wages, and help ease the stress of the situation. For more information, contact our Prevacid® lawyers today.