CHARLES JOHN LOSTAK D.O.
Prescription History 1477549913
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Dallas, TX
Medicare Part D Prescription History
Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for CHARLES JOHN LOSTAK D.O., an active Gastroenterology specialist practicing in Dallas, TX. Our medical registry currently tracks 15 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 1,394 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Pantoprazole Sodium, which accounts for 578 claims alone. Use the table below to sort by claims, cost, or utilization compared with the state average; select any medication for its full profile.
| Medication | Claims | 30-Day Fills | Days Supply | Cost / Claim | Utilization vs TX Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 578 | 1,532.5 | 45,911 | $21.06 | ▲ Above Avg. Top Prescribed |
Utilization: claims vs the average TX prescriber Averages are among TX prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the TX average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 1,532.5 30-Day Fills 45,911 Days Supply About Pantoprazole Sodium: Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). Show more ▾ It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. This medication relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. It helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Pantoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). 2-pyridinylmethylsulfinylbenzimidazole proton pump inhibitor that is used in the treatment of GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX and PEPTIC ULCER. | |||||
| Famotidine | 164 | 364.0 | 10,920 | $32.44 | ▲ Above Avg. Top Prescribed |
Utilization: claims vs the average TX prescriber Averages are among TX prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the TX average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 364.0 30-Day Fills 10,920 Days Supply About Famotidine: Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed. Show more ▾ This medication is also used to treat certain stomach and throat (esophagus) problems (such as erosive esophagitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease-GERD, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as cough that doesn't go away, stomach pain, heartburn, and difficulty swallowing. Famotidine belongs to a class of drugs known as H2 blockers. This medication is also available without a prescription. It is used to prevent and treat heartburn and other symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach (acid indigestion). If you are taking this medication for self-treatment, it is important to read the manufacturer's package instructions carefully so you know when to consult your doctor or pharmacist. A competitive histamine H2-receptor antagonist. Its main pharmacodynamic effect is the inhibition of gastric secretion. | |||||
| Omeprazole | 135 | 386.0 | 11,561 | $23.43 | ▲ Above Avg. Top Prescribed |
Utilization: claims vs the average TX prescriber Averages are among TX prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the TX average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 386.0 30-Day Fills 11,561 Days Supply About Omeprazole: Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). Show more ▾ It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Omeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter omeprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you. A 4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridyl, 5-methoxybenzimidazole derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits an H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS. | |||||
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag SulfSodium, Potassium,mag Sulfates | 93 | 97.9 | 324 | $80.32▼ below TX avg | ▲ Above Avg. Top Prescribed |
Utilization: claims vs the average TX prescriber Averages are among TX prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the TX average This provider's average cost per claim is below the TX average for this medication. 97.9 30-Day Fills 324 Days Supply About Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf: Sodium/potassium/magnesium sulfate solution is used to clean out the intestines before a certain bowel exam procedure (colonoscopy). Show more ▾ It is a laxative that works by drawing large amounts of water into the colon. This causes watery bowel movements. Clearing stool from the intestines helps your doctor to better examine the intestines during your procedure. | |||||
| Sucralfate | 66 | 132.7 | 3,908 | $73.69 | ▲ Above Avg. Top Prescribed |
Utilization: claims vs the average TX prescriber Averages are among TX prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the TX average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 132.7 30-Day Fills 3,908 Days Supply About Sucralfate: This medication is used to treat ulcers in the intestines. Show more ▾ Sucralfate forms a coating over ulcers, protecting the area from further injury. This helps ulcers heal more quickly. A basic aluminum complex of sulfated sucrose. | |||||
| ClenpiqSod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Ac | 65 | 65.0 | 106 | $180.09 | ▲ Above Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average TX prescriber Averages are among TX prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the TX average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 65.0 30-Day Fills 106 Days Supply About Clenpiq: Sodium picosulfate/magnesium oxide/citric acid solution is used to clean out the intestines before surgery or certain procedures (such as colonoscopy, X-rays). Show more ▾ It is a laxative that works by drawing large amounts of water into your intestines and stimulating the colon. This causes watery bowel movements (diarrhea). Clearing stool from the intestines helps your doctor to better examine the inside of your colon. | |||||
| LinzessLinaclotide | 62 | 136.0 | 4,080 | $1,163.67 | ▲ Above Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average TX prescriber Averages are among TX prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the TX average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 136.0 30-Day Fills 4,080 Days Supply About Linzess: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ Linaclotide is used to treat certain types of bowel problems (irritable bowel syndrome with constipation, chronic idiopathic constipation). It works by increasing fluid in your intestines and helping speed up movement of food through the gut. Linaclotide may improve stool texture and lessen symptoms such as bloating, abdominal pain/discomfort, straining, and feelings of incomplete bowel movements. | |||||
| Diphenoxylate-AtropineDiphenoxylate Hcl/Atropine | 45 | 45.0 | 1,054 | $46.42 | ▲ Above Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average TX prescriber Averages are among TX prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the TX average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 45.0 30-Day Fills 1,054 Days Supply About Diphenoxylate-Atropine: This medication is used to treat diarrhea. Show more ▾ It helps to decrease the number and frequency of bowel movements. It works by slowing the movement of the intestines. Diphenoxylate is similar to opioid pain relievers, but it acts mainly to slow the gut. Atropine belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics, which help to dry up body fluids and also slow gut movement. This medication should not be used to treat diarrhea caused by certain types of infection (such as C. difficile-associated diarrhea following antibiotic therapy). Talk to your doctor for more details. This medication is not recommended for use in children younger than 6 years due to an increased risk of serious side effects (such as breathing problems). | |||||
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 43 | 85.0 | 2,505 | $28.45 | ▲ Above Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average TX prescriber Averages are among TX prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the TX average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 85.0 30-Day Fills 2,505 Days Supply | |||||
| Gavilyte-GPeg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl | 37 | 37.0 | 48 | $17.09 | ≈ Typical |
Utilization: claims vs the average TX prescriber Averages are among TX prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the TX average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 37.0 30-Day Fills 48 Days Supply About Gavilyte-G: PEG (polyethylene glycol) with electrolyte is used to clean out the intestines before certain bowel exam procedures such as colonoscopy or barium enema X-rays. Show more ▾ It is a laxative that works by drawing large amounts of water into the colon. This effect results in watery bowel movements. Clearing stool from the intestines helps your doctor to better examine the intestines during your procedure. | |||||
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 30 | 80.0 | 2,400 | $81.74▼ below TX avg | ≈ Typical |
Utilization: claims vs the average TX prescriber Averages are among TX prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the TX average This provider's average cost per claim is below the TX average for this medication. 80.0 30-Day Fills 2,400 Days Supply About Esomeprazole Magnesium: Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). Show more ▾ It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Esomeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter esomeprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you. The S-isomer of omeprazole. | |||||
| Ondansetron Hcl | 25 | 29.0 | 820 | $15.65 | ▲ Above Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average TX prescriber Averages are among TX prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the TX average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 29.0 30-Day Fills 820 Days Supply About Ondansetron Hcl: This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy. Show more ▾ It is also used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting after surgery. It works by blocking one of the body's natural substances (serotonin) that causes vomiting. | |||||
| Mesalamine | 23 | 53.2 | 1,593 | $902.27 | ≈ Typical |
Utilization: claims vs the average TX prescriber Averages are among TX prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the TX average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 53.2 30-Day Fills 1,593 Days Supply About Mesalamine: This medication is used to treat a certain bowel disease (ulcerative colitis). Show more ▾ It helps to reduce symptoms of ulcerative colitis such as diarrhea, rectal bleeding, and stomach pain. Mesalamine belongs to a class of drugs known as aminosalicylates. It works by decreasing swelling in the colon. An anti-inflammatory agent, structurally related to the SALICYLATES, which is active in INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASE. It is considered to be the active moiety of SULPHASALAZINE. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed) | |||||
| Metoclopramide Hcl | 14 | 34.0 | 1,020 | $10.78 | ▼ Below Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average TX prescriber Averages are among TX prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the TX average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 34.0 30-Day Fills 1,020 Days Supply About Metoclopramide Hcl: Metoclopramide is used by diabetic patients who have poor emptying of their stomachs (gastroparesis). Show more ▾ Treating gastroparesis can decrease symptoms of nausea, vomiting, and stomach/abdominal fullness. Metoclopramide works by blocking a natural substance (dopamine). It speeds up stomach emptying and movement of the upper intestines. This drug is not recommended for use in children due to an increased risk of serious side effects (such as muscle spasms/uncontrolled muscle movements). Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details. A dopamine D2 antagonist that is used as an antiemetic. | |||||
| StelaraUstekinumab | 14 | 22.7 | 680 | $27,044.91 | ▼ Below Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average TX prescriber Averages are among TX prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the TX average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 22.7 30-Day Fills 680 Days Supply About Stelara: Ustekinumab is used to treat plaque psoriasis, a certain type of arthritis (psoriatic arthritis), or certain bowel conditions (Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis). Show more ▾ It works by blocking certain natural proteins in your body (interleukin-12 and interleukin-23) that cause inflammation (swelling) in these conditions. Ustekinumab does not cure these diseases, but helps to lessen symptoms of the disease. It can help to decrease the amount of plaques in plaque psoriasis, decrease the number of swollen/painful joints in psoriatic arthritis, and decrease symptoms such as abdominal pain/cramping and diarrhea in Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. A humanized monoclonal antibody that binds to IL-12 and IL-23 and is used as a DERMATOLOGIC AGENT in the treatment of patients with plaque PSORIASIS who have not responded to other therapies. | |||||
About this data. The prescription history for CHARLES JOHN LOSTAK D.O. is compiled from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File for calendar year 2023, the most recent federal release. Figures cover prescriptions filled for Medicare Part D beneficiaries only; prescriptions under private insurance, Medicaid, or self-pay plans are not included. Because prescribing decisions are generally consistent across coverage types, this record offers a useful view of the overall Gastroenterology prescribing approach at this Dallas, TX practice.
Reading the costs. Drug costs are gross amounts paid to pharmacies under Part D, including both plan and beneficiary payments. They are not the price a patient pays at the pharmacy counter. Medications with fewer than 11 claims are excluded from the federal source data, and state comparisons use the average volume among TX prescribers of the same medication. Always confirm current medications and costs directly with the provider and your plan.