Taking Dexilant correctly is essential for its effectiveness and your safety. Here are the guidelines for taking Dexilant:
- Follow Your Doctor's Instructions: Take Dexilant exactly as your doctor has prescribed. Do not alter your dosage or stop taking it without consulting your doctor first.
- Food Flexibility: You can take Dexilant with or without food. It doesn't necessarily need to be taken with a meal.
- Swallow Whole: Swallow the Dexilant capsule whole; do not chew it or open it.
- Difficulty Swallowing: If you have trouble swallowing the whole capsule, you have two options:
a. Mix with Applesauce: Open the capsule and mix the contents with applesauce. This can make it easier to take. Refer to the "Instructions for Use" at the end of the Medication Guide for detailed instructions on this method.
b. Oral Syringe or Nasogastric Tube: If you cannot swallow at all, follow the "Instructions for Use" at the end of the Medication Guide for directions on how to mix and administer Dexilant using an oral syringe or through a nasogastric tube.
It's crucial to adhere to these instructions to ensure the safe and effective use of Dexilant as prescribed by your healthcare provider.