Duabit Capsule MR

Duabit Capsule MR is a gastro health medicine that contains dexlansoprazole in each capsule, at the strength listed on the pack. Dexlansoprazole belongs to the proton pump inhibitor (PPI) class, which lowers the amount of acid your stomach makes. Duabit Capsule MR is used to treat acid-related conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), heartburn, and damage caused by stomach acid. It may also be used to help relieve symptoms like burning in the chest and sour taste in the mouth when acid reflux is a problem.

How it works: Dexlansoprazole works by blocking the acid pumps in the stomach lining, which reduces acid production. In the capsule form of Duabit Capsule MR, the medicine is released after swallowing so it can help control acid for longer periods of the day.

Duabit Capsule MR is the exact capsule strength sold in this pack, so it should be used only when a doctor has chosen this specific dose for you. Because there are no other Duabit strengths or forms listed here, this capsule represents the full available product and is intended to fit the dosing plan your prescriber wants, rather than being adjusted by switching to a different Duabit version. As a capsule, it is designed for swallowed dosing and may provide convenient once-daily use when your clinician decides this strength is appropriate.

• GERD (acid reflux)
• Heartburn
• Healing erosive esophagitis
• Maintenance of healed esophagus irritation
• Acid-related chest burning

• Swallow Duabit Capsule MR whole with water; do not crush, chew, or open the capsule unless your doctor or pharmacist tells you to.
• Take it exactly at the time your doctor prescribes, because timing can affect how well Duabit Capsule MR controls acid.
• You may take it with or without food unless your prescriber gives different directions.
• If you have trouble swallowing capsules, ask your pharmacist first; do not mix the contents unless you have specific instructions for this product.
• Do not take extra capsules to make up for a missed dose unless your doctor tells you to do so.

Each Duabit Capsule MR capsule contains dexlansoprazole at the labeled strength on the pack. This medicine is often taken once daily, but the exact schedule depends on the condition being treated and the prescriber’s plan; the maximum number of capsules per day is the amount your doctor has specifically prescribed, and you should not exceed it on your own.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Dexlansoprazole may include:

• Headache
• Diarrhea
• Stomach pain
• Nausea
• Gas or bloating
• Constipation
• Dizziness

• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney disease, osteoporosis, or low magnesium before using Duabit Capsule MR.
• Long-term PPI use like dexlansoprazole may raise the risk of low magnesium, bone fracture, or vitamin B12 deficiency in some people.
• If you develop trouble swallowing, weight loss, vomiting blood, or black stools, seek medical help right away because these can be signs of a more serious condition.
• Do not use Duabit Capsule MR to treat sudden chest pain; chest pain can be a heart problem and needs urgent evaluation.
• Some people feel dizzy or lightheaded, so use caution when driving or operating machinery until you know how you react.
• Tell your clinician if you are taking blood thinners or medicines for HIV, fungal infections, or transplant rejection, because acid-lowering drugs can affect absorption or safety.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, ask your doctor whether this dexlansoprazole capsule is right for you.

• Warfarin and other blood thinners
• Methotrexate
• Digoxin
• Ketoconazole, itraconazole, or other medicines that need stomach acid for absorption
• Certain HIV medicines such as atazanavir or rilpivirine

Store Duabit Capsule MR in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture and excessive heat, and keep it out of reach of children.