Lansoprazole for Acid Reflux

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Eligibility

Are you aged 18–80?(Required)

Yes

A supply of medication cannot be made, please contact your GP for further help and information. Thank you.

Which of the following best describes your symptoms(Required)

Burning sensation in the chest or behind the breastbone (heartburn)

Sour or bitter taste in the mouth or throat (acid regurgitation)

Discomfort or pain in the upper stomach area after eating

Bloating, nausea, or feeling full quickly

None of the above

A supply of medication cannot be made, please contact your GP for further help and information. Thank you.

How long have you been experiencing these symptoms?(Required)

Less than 2 weeks

2 weeks to 3 months

More than 3 months

How often do you experience these symptoms?(Required)

Twice a week or more

Less than twice a week

If you have infrequent symptoms, your condition may be better treated with over the counter antacids or alginates on an as-needed basis. Should you feel that these have not worked for you please continue and a pharmacist will review.

Have you tried any over-the-counter treatments for your symptoms?(Required)

Yes — they did not help sufficiently

Yes — they helped but my symptoms keep returning

No — I have not tried any OTC treatments

Before prescription treatment can be considered, please try a suitable over-the-counter treatment first, where appropriate. Your local pharmacist can advise you on the best option. If this does not help, or your symptoms continue to return, you may then complete the consultation again.

Are you aged 50 or over with new or recently changed symptoms (i.e. symptoms that started or noticeably changed in the last 4 weeks)?(Required)

Yes

A supply of medication cannot be made, please contact your GP for further help and information. Thank you.

Do you have ANY of the following?(Required)

Difficulty swallowing

Unexplained or unintentional weight loss

Vomiting blood or material that looks like coffee grounds

Black, tarry, or bloody stools

Persistent vomiting

A lump or swelling in the upper abdomen

Iron-deficiency anaemia (diagnosed by a doctor)

None of the above

A supply of medication cannot be made, please contact your GP or 111 immediately for further help and information. Thank you.

Medication & History

Are you pregnant, possibly pregnant or breastfeeding?(Required)

Yes — I am pregnant

Yes — I am breastfeeding

Yes — I am planning a pregnancy

No / Not Applicable

Do you have any of the following medical conditions?(Required)

Known stomach or oesophageal cancer

Severe liver disease (e.g. cirrhosis)

Kidney disease or reduced kidney function

Osteoporosis or at risk of osteoporosis

Previous H. pylori infection or treatment

Barrett's oesophagus (diagnosed by a doctor)

Low Magnesium Levels

None of the above

A supply of medication cannot be made, please contact your GP for further help and information. Thank you.

Do you suffer with any other medical conditions?(Required)

Yes

Please detail any conditions you have:(Required)

Are you taking any medicines, herbal products, or supplements?(Required)

Yes

Please detail what you are taking, letting us know how often and dosing where possible:(Required)

Are you regularly taking any anti-inflammatory painkillers or aspirin?

Ibuprofen

Naproxen

Diclofenac

Aspirin (regular use, not occasional)

Another anti-inflammatory painkiller

A pharmacist may contact you in regard to the medication you are taking and how they may be affecting your current condition.

Are you currently taking any of the following medicines?(Required)

Clopidogrel

Warfarin or another blood-thinning medicine (e.g. apixaban, rivaroxaban, edoxaban)

Methotrexate

Phenytoin (for epilepsy)

Digoxin (for heart conditions)

HIV or antiretroviral medicines (e.g. atazanavir, rilpivirine)

St John’s Wort

Cancer medicines (e.g. erlotinib, dasatinib)

None of the above

A pharmacist may contact you in regard to the medication you are taking and will discuss your treatment options.

Are you allergic to Proton Pump Inhibitors such as omperazole, lansoprazole and pantoprazole OR have you ever experienced a plaque like or ring shape rash after exposure to sunlight whilst on any of these medications?(Required)

Yes

A supply of medication cannot be made, please contact your GP for further help and information. Thank you.

Is there anything else you would like the prescriber to know about your health, symptoms, or medicines?

Consent & Declarations

Do you consent to us sharing the details of your supply with your regular GP in order to improve your continuity of care?(Required)

Yes

Please be aware of the importance for your GP to be informed of all of the medication you are taking to ensure that you receive the best care. Please only choose "No" if you are certain you do not wish for us to inform your GP

Please provide Doctor Details(Required)

Enter Surgery Name(Required)

Please provide Doctor Details(Required)

Concent(Required)

I understand this treatment is for short-term use only, for up to 4 weeks, and I will contact my GP if my symptoms do not improve within 2 weeks or continue beyond 4 weeks.(Required)

Concent(Required)

I will seek urgent medical help through NHS 111 or 999 if I develop difficulty swallowing, vomit blood, notice black or tarry stools, or experience unexplained weight loss.(Required)

Concent(Required)

I understand that it is advisable to manage my diet for triggers, maintain an ideal body weight, reducing alcohol consumption and stopping smoking when managing my condition.(Required)

Consent(Required)

I consent to the prescriber contacting me and accessing my summary care records or requesting relevant medical records where required. I also agree to the MyChemistPlus terms of service, privacy policy and identity checks.(Required)