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Dexilant

dexlansoprazole · Capsule, Delayed Release

Prescription NDA TE AB RLD Official labelling
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Overview

Brand name
Dexilant
Generic name
dexlansoprazole
Dosage form
Capsule, Delayed Release
Route
Oral
Marketing category
NDA · NDA
Labeler
Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
Product type
Human Prescription Drug
DEA schedule
Not scheduled
Active ingredients
2
NDC product codes
2
Packages
14
Data completeness
76% of corroborating sources present

Active ingredients

Source: NDC Directory
Active ingredients and strengths as listed in the NDC Directory.
Ingredient Strength RxCUI Monograph
Dexlansoprazole 30 mg/1 833204 View
Dexlansoprazole 60 mg/1 833204 View

Forms, strengths and routes

Source: NDC Directory
Dosage form
Capsule, Delayed Release
Route of administration
Oral
Presentations
16

Pharmacologic classes are listed in the class section below.

Pharmacologic class

Source: NDC Directory
Established pharmacologic classes (EPC), mechanisms of action (MoA), chemical structures (CS) and physiologic effects (PE).
Class Type Browse
Proton Pump Inhibitor [EPC] EPC All 74 members
Proton Pump Inhibitors [MoA] MoA All 74 members

Regulatory status

Source: Drugs@FDANDC Directory
Application number
022287
Application type
NDA · New Drug Application
Approval date
January 30, 2009
Sponsor
TAKEDA PHARMS USA
Products on application
2
Submissions recorded
29
Products approved under application 022287.
Product Trade name Form Strength Ingredient Status TE Flags
022287-001 DEXILANT CAPSULE, DELAYED RELEASE DEXLANSOPRAZOLE Prescription AB RLD
022287-002 DEXILANT CAPSULE, DELAYED RELEASE DEXLANSOPRAZOLE Prescription AB RLD RS

Therapeutic equivalence

Source: Orange Book
TE code
AB
Reference Listed Drug
Yes
Reference Standard
Yes

What this rating means: Therapeutically equivalent — bioequivalence demonstrated by in vivo or in vitro testing

Codes beginning with “A” indicate products the FDA considers therapeutically equivalent. Codes beginning with “B” indicate bioequivalence has not been established. See methodology.

Patents and exclusivity

Source: Orange Book
Patent listings submitted under 21 U.S.C. 355(b)(1) and (c)(2).
Patent Expires Product Substance Use code Submitted
9238029 January 17, 2026 001 No February 11, 2016
8461187 January 17, 2026 001 No —
9238029 January 17, 2026 002 No February 11, 2016
8461187 January 17, 2026 002 No —
9011926 February 24, 2026 001 No May 1, 2015
9011926 February 24, 2026 002 No May 1, 2015
8461187*PED July 17, 2026 001 No —
8461187*PED July 17, 2026 002 No —
7790755 August 2, 2026 001 No September 29, 2010
7790755 August 2, 2026 002 No —
8105626 September 27, 2026 001 No February 28, 2012
8105626 September 27, 2026 002 No —
7790755*PED February 2, 2027 001 No —
7790755*PED February 2, 2027 002 No —
8105626*PED March 27, 2027 001 No —
8105626*PED March 27, 2027 002 No —
8871273 January 11, 2028 001 No December 1, 2014
8871273 January 11, 2028 002 No December 1, 2014
8173158 March 17, 2030 001 No U-951 June 1, 2012
8173158 March 17, 2030 001 No U-949 June 1, 2012
8173158 March 17, 2030 001 No U-950 June 1, 2012
8173158 March 17, 2030 002 No U-951 —
8173158 March 17, 2030 002 No U-950 —
8173158 March 17, 2030 002 No U-949 —
8173158*PED September 17, 2030 001 No —
8173158*PED September 17, 2030 002 No —
9233103 March 5, 2032 001 No U-1805 February 11, 2016
9233103 March 5, 2032 002 No U-1805 February 11, 2016

Approval history

Source: Drugs@FDA
Most recent submissions on application 022287.
Type No. Action Status Date Review
Supplement 38 Labeling Approved July 18, 2023 Standard
Supplement 37 Labeling Approved April 13, 2023 Standard
Supplement 35 Labeling Approved March 4, 2022 Standard
Supplement 34 Labeling Approved November 27, 2020 Standard
Supplement 31 Labeling Approved September 11, 2020 Standard
Supplement 30 Labeling Approved June 7, 2018 Standard
Supplement 29 Labeling Approved June 7, 2018 Standard
Supplement 27 Labeling Approved October 17, 2017 Standard
Supplement 26 Labeling Approved October 24, 2016 Standard
Supplement 25 Labeling Approved October 24, 2016 Standard
Supplement 23 Efficacy Approved July 8, 2016 Standard
Supplement 22 Efficacy Approved July 8, 2016 Standard
Supplement 21 Efficacy Approved July 8, 2016 Standard
Supplement 20 Labeling Approved February 2, 2016 Standard
Supplement 18 Labeling Approved December 16, 2015 Standard
Supplement 19 Labeling Approved December 19, 2014 Standard
Supplement 17 Labeling Approved August 20, 2013 Standard
Supplement 16 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved December 20, 2012 Standard
Supplement 14 Labeling Approved September 28, 2012 Standard
Supplement 15 Labeling Approved May 3, 2012 Standard
Supplement 11 Labeling Approved October 28, 2011 Unknown
Supplement 8 Efficacy Approved June 17, 2011 Standard
Supplement 12 Labeling Approved May 20, 2011 901 Required
Supplement 7 Labeling Approved April 7, 2011 Unknown
Supplement 5 Labeling Approved September 3, 2010 901 Required
Supplement 2 Labeling Approved June 22, 2010 Unknown
Supplement 4 Labeling Approved March 19, 2010 Unknown
Supplement 3 Labeling Approved March 19, 2010 Unknown
Original application 1 Type 2 - New Active Ingredient Approved January 30, 2009 Standard

Review documents

  • 0 · Supplement · July 20, 2023
  • 0 · Supplement · July 20, 2023
  • 0 · Supplement · July 19, 2023
  • 0 · Supplement · April 14, 2023
  • 0 · Supplement · April 14, 2023
  • 0 · Supplement · March 10, 2022
  • 0 · Supplement · March 7, 2022
  • 0 · Supplement · November 30, 2020
  • 0 · Supplement · November 30, 2020
  • 0 · Supplement · September 21, 2020
  • 0 · Supplement · June 14, 2018
  • 0 · Supplement · June 14, 2018
  • 0 · Supplement · June 11, 2018
  • 0 · Supplement · June 11, 2018
  • 0 · Supplement · October 23, 2017
  • 0 · Supplement · October 19, 2017
  • 0 · Supplement · November 10, 2016
  • 0 · Supplement · November 10, 2016
  • 0 · Supplement · July 20, 2016
  • 0 · Supplement · July 20, 2016
  • 0 · Supplement · July 20, 2016
  • 0 · Supplement · July 12, 2016
  • 0 · Supplement · July 12, 2016
  • 0 · Supplement · July 12, 2016
  • 0 · Supplement · February 11, 2016
  • 0 · Supplement · February 4, 2016
  • 0 · Supplement · December 18, 2015
  • 0 · Supplement · December 17, 2015
  • 0 · Supplement · December 29, 2014
  • 0 · Supplement · December 23, 2014

Prescribing information

Source: openFDA Drug Labeling

Reproduced verbatim from the Structured Product Labeling submitted to the FDA (effective 20250217). This is the manufacturer's labelling text, not a summary and not advice.

HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG · 20250217

Indications and Usage

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1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE DEXILANT is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) indicated in patients 12 years of age and older for: Healing of all grades of erosive esophagitis (EE). ( 1.1 ) Maintenance of healed EE and relief of heartburn. ( 1.2 ) Treatment of symptomatic non-erosive gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). ( 1.3 ) 1.1 Healing of Erosive Esophagitis DEXILANT ® is indicated in patients 12 years of age and older for healing of all grades of erosive esophagitis (EE) for up to eight weeks. 1.2 Maintenance of Healed Erosive Esophagitis and Relief of Heartburn DEXILANT is indicated in patients 12 years of age and older to maintain healing of EE and relief of heartburn for up to six months in adults and 16 weeks in patients 12 to 17 years of age. 1.3 Treatment of Symptomatic Non-Erosive Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease DEXILANT is indicated in patients 12 years of age and older for the treatment of heartburn associated with symptomatic non-erosive gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) for four weeks.

Dosage and Administration

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2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Recommended dosage in patients 12 years of age and older : See full prescribing information for complete dosing information for DEXILANT by indication and age group and dosage adjustment in patients with hepatic impairment. ( 2.1 , 2.2 ) Administration Instructions ( 2.3 ) : Take without regard to food. Swallow whole; do not chew. See full prescribing information for alternative administration options. 2.1 Recommended Dosage in Patients 12 Years of Age and Older Table 1. Recommended DEXILANT Capsules Dosage Regimen by Indication in Patients 12 Years of Age and Older Indication Dosage of DEXILANT Capsules Duration Healing of EE One 60 mg capsule once daily. Up to 8 weeks. Maintenance of Healed EE and Relief of Heartburn One 30 mg capsule once daily. Controlled studies did not extend beyond 6 months in adults and 16 weeks in patients 12 to 17 years of age. Symptomatic Non-Erosive GERD One 30 mg capsule once daily. 4 weeks. 2.2 Dosage Adjustment in Patients with Hepatic Impairment for the Healing of Erosive Esophagitis For patients with moderate hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh Class B), the recommended dosage is 30 mg DEXILANT once daily for up to eight weeks. DEXILANT is not recommended in patients with severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh Class C) [see Use in Specific Populations (8.6) ] . 2.3 Important Administration Information Take without regard to food. Missed doses: If a dose is missed, administer as soon as possible. However, if the next scheduled dose is due, do not take the missed dose, and take the next dose on time. Do not take two doses at one time to make up for a missed dose. Swallow whole; do not chew. For patients who have trouble swallowing capsules, DEXILANT capsules can be opened and administered with applesauce as follows: Place one tablespoonful of applesauce into a clean container. Open capsule. Sprinkle intact granules on applesauce. Swallow applesauce and granules immediately. Do not chew granules. Do not save the applesauce and granules for later use. Alternatively, the capsule can be administered with water via oral syringe or nasogastric (NG) tube. Administration with Water in an Oral Syringe Open the capsule and empty the granules into a clean container with 20 mL of water. Withdraw the entire mixture into a syringe. Gently swirl the syringe in order to keep granules from settling. Administer the mixture immediately into the mouth. Do not save the water and granule mixture for later use. Refill the syringe with 10 mL of water, swirl gently, and administer. Refill the syringe again with 10 mL of water, swirl gently, and administer. Administration with Water via a NG Tube (≥16 French) Open the capsule and empty the granules into a clean container with 20 mL of water. Withdraw the entire mixture into a catheter-tip syringe. Swirl the catheter-tip syringe gently in order to keep the granules from settling, and immediately inject the mixture through the NG tube into the stomach. Do not save the water and granule mixture for later use. Refill the catheter-tip syringe with 10 mL of water, swirl gently, and flush the tube. Refill the catheter-tip syringe again with 10 mL of water, swirl gently, and administer.

Dosage Forms and Strengths

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3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS DEXILANT delayed-release capsules 30 mg: strength is an opaque, blue and gray capsule imprinted with "TAP" and "30". 60 mg: strength is an opaque, blue capsule imprinted with "TAP" and "60". Delayed-release capsules: 30 mg and 60 mg. ( 3 )

Contraindications

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4 CONTRAINDICATIONS DEXILANT is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any component of the formulation [see Description (11) ] . Hypersensitivity reactions may include anaphylaxis, anaphylactic shock, angioedema, bronchospasm, acute tubulointerstitial nephritis and urticaria [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) , Adverse Reactions (6) ] . PPIs, including DEXILANT, are contraindicated with rilpivirine-containing products [see Drug Interactions (7) ] . Patients with known hypersensitivity to any component of the formulation. ( 4 ) Patients receiving rilpivirine-containing products. ( 4 , 7 )

Warnings and Cautions

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5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Gastric Malignancy : In adults, symptomatic response with DEXILANT does not preclude the presence of gastric malignancy. Consider additional follow-up and diagnostic testing. ( 5.1 ) Acute Tubulointerstitial Nephritis : Discontinue treatment and evaluate patients. ( 5.2 ) Clostridium difficile -Associated Diarrhea : PPI therapy may be associated with increased risk. ( 5.3 ) Bone Fracture : Long-term and multiple daily dose PPI therapy may be associated with an increased risk for osteoporosis-related fractures of the hip, wrist or spine. ( 5.4 ) Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions: Discontinue at the first signs or symptoms of severe cutaneous adverse reactions or other signs of hypersensitivity and consider further evaluation. ( 5.5 ) Cutaneous and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus : Mostly cutaneous; new onset or exacerbation of existing disease; discontinue DEXILANT and refer to specialist for evaluation. ( 5.6 ) Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) Deficiency : Daily long-term use (e.g., longer than 3 years) may lead to malabsorption or a deficiency of cyanocobalamin. ( 5.7 ) Hypomagnesemia and Mineral Metabolism : Reported rarely with prolonged treatment with PPIs. ( 5.8 ) Interactions with Investigations for Neuroendocrine Tumors : Increases in intragastric pH may result in hypergastrinemia and enterochromaffin-like cell hyperplasia and increased chromogranin A levels which may interfere with diagnostic investigations for neuroendocrine tumors. ( 5.9 , 7 ) Interaction with Methotrexate : Concomitant use with PPIs may elevate and/or prolong serum concentrations of methotrexate and/or its metabolite, possibly leading to toxicity. With high-dose methotrexate administration, consider a temporary withdrawal of DEXILANT. ( 5.10 , 7 ) Fundic Gland Polyps : Risk increases with long-term use, especially beyond 1 year. Use the shortest duration of therapy. ( 5.11 ) Risk of Heart Valve Thickening in Pediatric Patients Less than Two Years of Age : DEXILANT is not recommended in pediatric patients less than 2 years of age. ( 5.12 , 8.4 ) 5.1 Presence of Gastric Malignancy In adults, symptomatic response to therapy with DEXILANT does not preclude the presence of gastric malignancy. Consider additional follow-up and diagnostic testing in adult patients who have a suboptimal response or an early symptomatic relapse after completing treatment with a PPI. In older patients, also consider an endoscopy. 5.2 Acute Tubulointerstitial Nephritis Acute tubulointerstitial nephritis (TIN) has been observed in patients taking PPIs and may occur at any point during PPI therapy. Patients may present with varying signs and symptoms from symptomatic hypersensitivity reactions to non-specific symptoms of decreased renal function (e.g., malaise, nausea, anorexia). In reported case series, some patients were diagnosed on biopsy and in the absence of extra-renal manifestations (e.g., fever, rash or arthralgia). Discontinue DEXILANT and evaluate patients with suspected acute TIN [see Contraindications (4) ] . 5.3 Clostridium difficile- Associated Diarrhea Published observational studies suggest that PPI therapy like DEXILANT may be associated with an increased risk of Clostridium difficile -associated diarrhea, especially in hospitalized patients. This diagnosis should be considered for diarrhea that does not improve [see Adverse Reactions (6.2) ] . Patients should use the lowest dose and shortest duration of PPI therapy appropriate to the condition being treated. 5.4 Bone Fracture Several published observational studies suggest that PPI therapy may be associated with an increased risk for osteoporosis-related fractures of the hip, wrist or spine. The risk of fracture was increased in patients who received high-dose, defined as multiple daily doses, and long-term PPI therapy (a year or longer). Patients should use the lowest dose and shortest duration of PPI therapy appropriate to the conditions being treated. Patients at risk for osteoporosis-r …

Adverse Reactions

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6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are described below and elsewhere in labeling: Acute Tubulointerstitial Nephritis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Clostridium difficile -Associated Diarrhea [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Bone Fracture [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Cutaneous and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) Deficiency [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] Hypomagnesemia and Mineral Metabolism [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8) ] Fundic Gland Polyps [see Warnings and Precautions (5.11) ] Risk of Heart Valve Thickening in Pediatric Patients Less than Two Years of Age [see Warnings and Precautions (5.12) ] The most common adverse reactions are: Adults (≥2%): diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, upper respiratory tract infection, vomiting, and flatulence. ( 6.1 ) Patients 12 to 17 years of age (≥5%): headache, abdominal pain, diarrhea, nasopharyngitis, and oropharyngeal pain. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc. at 1-877-TAKEDA-7 (1-877-825-3327) or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. Adults The safety of DEXILANT was evaluated in 4,548 adult patients in controlled and single-arm clinical trials, including 863 patients treated for at least six months and 203 patients treated for one year. Patients ranged in age from 18 to 90 years (median age 48 years), with 54% female, 85% Caucasian, 8% Black, 4% Asian, and 3% Other races. Six randomized controlled clinical trials were conducted for the treatment of EE, maintenance of healed EE, and symptomatic GERD, which included 896 patients on placebo, 455 patients on DEXILANT 30 mg, 2,218 patients on DEXILANT 60 mg, and 1,363 patients on lansoprazole 30 mg once daily. Common Adverse Reactions The most common adverse reactions (≥2%) that occurred at a higher incidence for DEXILANT than placebo in the controlled studies are presented in Table 2 . Table 2. Common Adverse Reactions in Controlled Studies in Adults Adverse Reaction Placebo (N=896) % DEXILANT 30 mg (N=455) % DEXILANT 60 mg (N=2218) % DEXILANT Total (N=2621) % Lansoprazole 30 mg (N=1363) % Diarrhea 2.9 5.1 4.7 4.8 3.2 Abdominal Pain 3.5 3.5 4.0 4.0 2.6 Nausea 2.6 3.3 2.8 2.9 1.8 Upper Respiratory Tract Infection 0.8 2.9 1.7 1.9 0.8 Vomiting 0.8 2.2 1.4 1.6 1.1 Flatulence 0.6 2.6 1.4 1.6 1.2 Adverse Reactions Resulting in Discontinuation In controlled clinical studies, the most common adverse reaction leading to discontinuation from DEXILANT was diarrhea (0.7%). Less Common Adverse Reactions Other adverse reactions that were reported in controlled studies at an incidence of less than 2% are listed below by body system: Blood and Lymphatic System Disorders: anemia, lymphadenopathy Cardiac Disorders: angina, arrhythmia, bradycardia, chest pain, edema, myocardial infarction, palpitation, tachycardia Ear and Labyrinth Disorders: ear pain, tinnitus, vertigo Endocrine Disorders: goiter Eye Disorders: eye irritation, eye swelling Gastrointestinal Disorders: abdominal discomfort, abdominal tenderness, abnormal feces, anal discomfort, Barrett's esophagus, bezoar, bowel sounds abnormal, breath odor, colitis microscopic, colonic polyp, constipation, dry mouth, duodenitis, dyspepsia, dysphagia, enteritis, eructation, esophagitis, gastric polyp, gastritis, gastroenteritis, gastrointestinal disorders, gastrointestinal hypermotility disorders, GERD, GI ulcers and perforation, hematemesis, hematochezia, hemorrhoids, impaired gastric emptying, irritable bowel syndrome, mucus stools, oral mucosal blistering, painful …

Drug Interactions

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7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Tables 3 and 4 include drugs with clinically important drug interactions and interaction with diagnostics when administered concomitantly with DEXILANT and instructions for preventing or managing them. Consult the labeling of concomitantly used drugs to obtain further information about interactions with PPIs. Table 3. Clinically Relevant Interactions Affecting Drugs Coadministered with DEXILANT and Interactions with Diagnostics Antiretrovirals Clinical Impact: The effect of PPIs on antiretroviral drugs is variable. The clinical importance and the mechanisms behind these interactions are not always known. Decreased exposure of some antiretroviral drugs (e.g., rilpivirine, atazanavir, and nelfinavir) when used concomitantly with dexlansoprazole may reduce antiviral effect and promote the development of drug resistance . Increased exposure of other antiretroviral drugs (e.g., saquinavir) when used concomitantly with dexlansoprazole may increase toxicity of the antiretroviral drugs. There are other antiretroviral drugs which do not result in clinically relevant interactions with dexlansoprazole. Intervention: Rilpivirine-containing products : Concomitant use with DEXILANT is contraindicated [see Contraindications (4) ] . See prescribing information. Atazanavir : See prescribing information for atazanavir for dosing information. Nelfinavir : Avoid concomitant use with DEXILANT. See prescribing information for nelfinavir. Saquinavir : See the prescribing information for saquinavir and monitor for potential saquinavir toxicities. Other antiretrovirals : See prescribing information. Warfarin Clinical Impact: Increased INR and prothrombin time in patients receiving PPIs and warfarin concomitantly. Increases in INR and prothrombin time may lead to abnormal bleeding and even death. Intervention: Monitor INR and prothrombin time. Dose adjustment of warfarin may be needed to maintain target INR range. See prescribing information for warfarin. Methotrexate Clinical Impact: Concomitant use of PPIs with methotrexate (primarily at high dose) may elevate and prolong serum concentrations of methotrexate and/or its metabolite hydroxymethotrexate, possibly leading to methotrexate toxicities. No formal drug interaction studies of high-dose methotrexate with PPIs have been conducted [see Warnings and Precautions (5.10) ] . Intervention: A temporary withdrawal of DEXILANT may be considered in some patients receiving high-dose methotrexate. Digoxin Clinical Impact: Potential for increased exposure of digoxin. Intervention: Monitor digoxin concentrations. Dose adjustment of digoxin may be needed to maintain therapeutic drug concentrations. See prescribing information for digoxin. Drugs Dependent on Gastric pH for Absorption (e.g., iron salts, erlotinib, dasatinib, nilotinib, mycophenolate mofetil, ketoconazole/itraconazole) Clinical Impact: Dexlansoprazole can reduce the absorption of other drugs due to its effect on reducing intragastric acidity. Intervention: Mycophenolate mofetil (MMF): Coadministration of PPIs in healthy subjects and in transplant patients receiving MMF has been reported to reduce the exposure to the active metabolite, mycophenolic acid (MPA), possibly due to a decrease in MMF solubility at an increased gastric pH. The clinical relevance of reduced MPA exposure on organ rejection has not been established in transplant patients receiving DEXILANT and MMF. Use DEXILANT with caution in transplant patients receiving MMF. See the prescribing information for other drugs dependent on gastric pH for absorption. Tacrolimus Clinical Impact: Potentially increased exposure of tacrolimus, especially in transplant patients who are intermediate or poor metabolizers of CYP2C19 . Intervention: Monitor tacrolimus whole blood trough concentrations. Dose adjustment of tacrolimus may be needed to maintain therapeutic drug concentrations. See prescribing information for tacrolimus. Interactions with Investigations of Neuroendocrine T …

Use in Specific Populations

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8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Pregnancy : Based on animal data, may cause adverse effects on fetal bone growth and development. ( 8.1 ) Pediatrics : Based on data with lansoprazole, DEXILANT is not effective in patients with symptomatic GERD 1 month to less than 1 year of age and nonclinical studies have demonstrated adverse effects in juvenile rats. ( 8.4 ) 8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary There are no studies with dexlansoprazole use in pregnant women to inform a drug-associated risk. Dexlansoprazole is the R-enantiomer of lansoprazole, and published observational studies of lansoprazole use during pregnancy did not demonstrate an association of adverse pregnancy-related outcomes with lansoprazole (see Data ) . In animal reproduction studies, oral administration of lansoprazole to rats during organogenesis through lactation at 1.8 times the maximum recommended human dexlansoprazole dose produced reductions in the offspring in femur weight, femur length, crown-rump length and growth plate thickness (males only) on postnatal Day 21 (see Data ) . These effects were associated with reduction in body weight gain. Advise pregnant women of the potential risk to the fetus. The estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the US general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2 to 4% and 15 to 20%, respectively. Data Human Data Dexlansoprazole is the R-enantiomer of lansoprazole. Available data from published observational studies failed to demonstrate an association of adverse pregnancy-related outcomes and lansoprazole use. Methodological limitations of these observational studies cannot definitely establish or exclude any drug- associated risk during pregnancy. In a prospective study by the European Network of Teratology Information Services, outcomes from a group of 62 pregnant women administered median daily doses of 30 mg of lansoprazole were compared to a control group of 868 pregnant women who did not take any PPIs. There was no difference in the rate of major malformations between women exposed to PPIs and the control group, corresponding to a Relative Risk (RR)=1.04, [95% Confidence Interval (CI) 0.25-4.21]. In a population-based retrospective cohort study covering all live births in Denmark from 1996 to 2008, there was no significant increase in major birth defects during analysis of first trimester exposure to lansoprazole in 794 live births. A meta-analysis that compared 1,530 pregnant women exposed to PPIs in at least the first trimester with 133,410 unexposed pregnant women showed no significant increases in risk for congenital malformations or spontaneous abortion with exposure to PPIs (for major malformations Odds Ratio (OR)=1.12, [95% CI 0.86- 1.45] and for spontaneous abortions OR=1.29, [95% CI 0.84-1.97]). Animal Data An embryo-fetal development study conducted in rabbits at oral dexlansoprazole doses up to 30 mg/kg/day (approximately nine times the maximum recommended human dexlansoprazole dose [60 mg/day] based on body surface area) during organogenesis showed no effects on fetuses due to dexlansoprazole. In addition, embryo-fetal development studies performed in rats with oral lansoprazole at doses up to 150 mg/kg/day (40 times the recommended human lansoprazole dose based on body surface area) during organogenesis and in rabbits with oral lansoprazole at doses up to 30 mg/kg/day (16 times the recommended human lansoprazole dose based on body surface area) during organogenesis revealed no effects on fetuses due to lansoprazole. A pre- and postnatal developmental toxicity study in rats with additional endpoints to evaluate bone development was performed with lansoprazole at oral doses of 10 to 100 mg/kg/day (0.2 to 1.8 times the maximum recommended human dexlansoprazole dose of 60 mg base …

Mechanism of Action

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12.1 Mechanism of Action Dexlansoprazole belongs to a class of antisecretory compounds, the substituted benzimidazoles, that suppress gastric acid secretion by specific inhibition of the (H + , K + )-ATPase at the secretory surface of the gastric parietal cell. Because this enzyme is regarded as the acid (proton) pump within the parietal cell, dexlansoprazole has been characterized as a gastric proton-pump inhibitor, in that it blocks the final step of acid production.

Description

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11 DESCRIPTION The active ingredient in DEXILANT (dexlansoprazole) delayed-release capsules, a proton pump inhibitor, is (+)-2-[( R )-{[3-methyl-4-(2,2,2-trifluoroethoxy)pyridin-2-yl] methyl} sulfinyl]- 1H -benzimidazole, a compound that inhibits gastric acid secretion. Dexlansoprazole is the R -enantiomer of lansoprazole (a racemic mixture of the R - and S -enantiomers). Its empirical formula is: C 16 H 14 F 3 N 3 O 2 S, with a molecular weight of 369.36. Dexlansoprazole has the following chemical structure: Dexlansoprazole is a white to nearly white crystalline powder which melts with decomposition at 140°C. Dexlansoprazole is freely soluble in dimethylformamide, methanol, dichloromethane, ethanol, and ethyl acetate; and soluble in acetonitrile; slightly soluble in ether; and very slightly soluble in water; and practically insoluble in hexane. Dexlansoprazole is stable when exposed to light. Dexlansoprazole is more stable in neutral and alkaline conditions than acidic conditions. Dexlansoprazole is supplied for oral administration as a dual delayed-release formulation in capsules. The capsules contain dexlansoprazole in a mixture of two types of enteric-coated granules with different pH-dependent dissolution profiles [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . DEXILANT delayed-release capsules are available in two dosage strengths: 30 and 60 mg, per capsule. Each capsule contains enteric-coated granules consisting of dexlansoprazole (active ingredient) and the following inactive ingredients: sugar spheres, magnesium carbonate, sucrose, low-substituted hydroxypropyl cellulose, titanium dioxide, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose 2910, talc, methacrylic acid copolymers, polyethylene glycol 8000, triethyl citrate, polysorbate 80, and colloidal silicon dioxide. The components of the capsule shell include the following inactive ingredients: hypromellose, carrageenan and potassium chloride. Based on the capsule shell color, blue contains FD&C Blue No. 2 (or FD&C Blue No. 2 aluminum lake); gray contains black ferric oxide; and both contain titanium dioxide. Chemical Structure

10 OVERDOSAGE There have been no reports of significant overdose with DEXILANT. Multiple doses of DEXILANT 120 mg and a single dose of DEXILANT 300 mg did not result in death or other severe adverse events. However, serious adverse events of hypertension have been reported in association with twice daily doses of DEXILANT 60 mg. Nonserious adverse reactions observed with twice daily doses of DEXILANT 60 mg include hot flashes, contusion, oropharyngeal pain, and weight loss. Dexlansoprazole is not expected to be removed from the circulation by hemodialysis. In the event of over-exposure, treatment should be symptomatic and supportive. If over-exposure occurs, call your poison control center at 1-800-222-1222 for current information on the management of poisoning or over-exposure.

How Supplied / Storage and Handling

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16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING DEXILANT delayed-release capsules, 30 mg, are opaque, blue and gray with "TAP" and "30" imprinted on the capsule and supplied as: NDC Number Size 64764-171-11 Unit dose package of 100 64764-171-30 Bottle of 30 64764-171-90 Bottle of 90 64764-171-19 Bottle of 1000 DEXILANT delayed-release capsules, 60 mg, are opaque, blue with "TAP" and "60" imprinted on the capsule and supplied as: NDC Number Size 64764-175-11 Unit dose package of 100 64764-175-30 Bottle of 30 64764-175-90 Bottle of 90 64764-175-19 Bottle of 1000 Store at 20 to 25°C (68 to 77°F); excursions permitted to 15 to 30°C (59 to 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].

Adverse event reports

Source: openFDA FAERS
41,465
FAERS reports mentioning this drug
as of 2026-09-25T03:42:24+00:00
A report count is not a risk measure. FAERS accepts voluntary and mandatory reports without establishing causation, and reporting is influenced by how widely a drug is used, how long it has been marketed, and media attention. FDA states that reports “do not prove that the drug caused the event”. Compare rates, not totals.

Attributed to this product's most-reported active ingredient: DEXLANSOPRAZOLE. Combination products with more than six active ingredients are not attributed, because a report count summed across a long ingredient list measures the list, not the medicine.

Packaging and NDCs

Source: NDC Directory
Every National Drug Code package associated with this medication. The NDC is the identifier used for dispensing, billing and pharmacovigilance in the United States.
Package NDC Product NDC Labeler Description Marketing start
64764-171-00 64764-171 Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc. 7 CAPSULE, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (64764-171-00) April 12, 2010
64764-171-01 64764-171 Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc. 5 BLISTER PACK in 1 TRAY (64764-171-01) / 4 CAPSULE, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BLISTER PACK April 12, 2010
64764-171-03 64764-171 Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc. 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON (64764-171-03) / 5 CAPSULE, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE April 12, 2010
64764-171-11 64764-171 Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc. 10 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON (64764-171-11) / 10 CAPSULE, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BLISTER PACK April 12, 2010
64764-171-19 64764-171 Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc. 1000 CAPSULE, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (64764-171-19) April 12, 2010
64764-171-30 64764-171 Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc. 30 CAPSULE, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (64764-171-30) April 12, 2010
64764-171-90 64764-171 Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc. 90 CAPSULE, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (64764-171-90) April 12, 2010
64764-175-00 64764-175 Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc. 7 CAPSULE, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (64764-175-00) April 12, 2010
64764-175-01 64764-175 Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc. 5 BLISTER PACK in 1 TRAY (64764-175-01) / 4 CAPSULE, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BLISTER PACK April 12, 2010
64764-175-02 64764-175 Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc. 30 CAPSULE, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (64764-175-02) April 12, 2010
64764-175-11 64764-175 Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc. 10 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON (64764-175-11) / 10 CAPSULE, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BLISTER PACK April 12, 2010
64764-175-19 64764-175 Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc. 1000 CAPSULE, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (64764-175-19) April 12, 2010
64764-175-30 64764-175 Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc. 30 CAPSULE, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (64764-175-30) April 12, 2010
64764-175-90 64764-175 Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc. 90 CAPSULE, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (64764-175-90) April 12, 2010
64764-171 64764-171 Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc. — April 12, 2010
64764-175 64764-175 Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc. — April 12, 2010

Sources for this page

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NDC Directory FDA Identity, ingredients, strengths, forms, routes, labelers, packages
Drugs@FDA FDA Application, sponsor, submissions, review documents, marketing status
Orange Book FDA Therapeutic equivalence codes, reference drug flags, patents, exclusivity
Drug Labeling FDA / NLM Prescribing information reproduced above
FAERS FDA Adverse event report counts

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