Stomdex 30mg Capsules — Dexlansoprazole for GERD and Acid Reflux

Prescription required. For use under medical supervision.

Stomdex 30mg Capsules contain Dexlansoprazole, the R-enantiomer of lansoprazole and a second-generation Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI). Its distinguishing feature is the proprietary Dual Delayed-Release (DDDR) formulation — the capsule contains two types of granules that release at different pH thresholds in the small intestine, producing two separate plasma concentration peaks and extending acid suppression across a full 24-hour period from a single daily dose.

Stomdex 30mg is indicated for mild-to-moderate GERD, symptomatic relief of heartburn, and maintenance therapy to prevent GERD recurrence. By irreversibly inhibiting the H+/K+-ATPase pump in gastric parietal cells, it reduces gastric acid secretion effectively and consistently.

Key Benefits

• 24-hour acid suppression from a single daily dose via dual delayed-release mechanism
• GERD symptom relief — reduces heartburn, regurgitation, and chest discomfort
• Erosive oesophagitis healing — creates an acid-reduced environment for mucosal recovery
• Maintenance of GERD remission — reduces recurrence when taken regularly
• Flexible timing — can be taken with or without food due to the dual-release design

Directions for Use

Take one capsule daily, or as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow whole — do not crush or chew. Best taken 30 minutes before the first meal of the day for maximal benefit, though clinical studies show flexible timing does not significantly compromise efficacy. Do not exceed the prescribed dose or duration without medical review.

Long-term PPI use (beyond 12 months) carries risks including Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea, vitamin B12 depletion, magnesium depletion, and increased bone fracture risk — monitor as directed by your prescriber.

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FAQs

• Q: What makes Dexlansoprazole different from other PPIs?
  A: Dexlansoprazole's dual delayed-release design creates two plasma peaks, providing extended acid suppression beyond what single-release PPIs deliver — important for nocturnal acid breakthrough.
• Q: How long should I take Stomdex 30mg?
  A: Duration depends on indication — symptomatic GERD relief typically requires 4 weeks; erosive oesophagitis healing may need 8 weeks. Long-term maintenance should be reviewed regularly with your doctor.
• Q: Can I take Stomdex 30mg with food?
  A: Yes — the dual-release formulation is relatively food-independent, though taking it before meals is still conventional practice.
• Q: What are the risks of long-term PPI use?
  A: Long-term use may cause vitamin B12 depletion, magnesium depletion, increased Clostridium difficile risk, and small bone fracture risk. Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest necessary duration.