Dexlansoprazole (Dexilant) Indications
Dexlansoprazole (Dexilant) is a proton pump inhibitor indicated for GERD-related esophageal and heartburn conditions. [1]
Healing of Erosive Esophagitis
Dexilant is indicated in patients 12 years of age and older for healing of all grades of erosive esophagitis for up to 8 weeks. [1]
Maintenance of Healed Erosive Esophagitis and Relief of Heartburn
Dexilant is indicated in patients 12 years of age and older to maintain healing of erosive esophagitis and relieve heartburn. [1]
Treatment of Symptomatic Non-Erosive Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Dexilant is indicated in patients 12 years of age and older for treatment of heartburn associated with symptomatic non-erosive GERD for 4 weeks. [1]
Adult vs Pediatric Indication Duration
Maintenance studies did not extend beyond 6 months in adults. [1] Maintenance studies did not extend beyond 16 weeks in patients 12 to 17 years of age. [1]
Administration Context
Dexilant is labeled for oral use as a delayed-release capsule formulation. [1]