Friday, August 6, 2010

Q: How Dexilant (Dexlansoprazole) is different from other PPIs (Proton Pump Inhibitors)?


Answer: Dexilant has a DUAL DELAYED RELEASE mechanism. It contains two different types of granules for two releases of medicine. Dexilant works by releasing one shift of medicine within an hour of taking it to decrease the amount of acid in stomach. Around 4–5 hours later, Dexilant releases a second shift of medicine.

How much advantage does it provide over other PPIs has yet to be determine in independent studies.