Description

PANTOPRAZOLE belongs to the class of drugs known as Proton pump inhibitor, which reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes. It treats gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), stomach ulcer, Zollinger Ellison syndrome (overproduction of acid due to pancreatic tumour), duodenal ulcer, gastric ulcer and Crohn’s Disease-associated Ulcers.

PANTOPRAZOLE helps in reducing stomach acid by blocking the actions of an enzyme (H+/K+ ATPase or gastric proton pump). This proton pump lies in the cells of the stomach wall and is responsible for the release of gastric acid secretion, damaging tissues in the food pipe, stomach and duodenum. PANTOPRAZOLE prevents the release of stomach acid and relieves symptoms of food pipe lining inflammation (esophagitis), gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), or heartburn.

PANTOPRAZOLE may have common side effects like headache, diarrhoea, nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, flatulence, dizziness, and arthralgia (joint pain). These side effects are temporary and may be resolved after some time. However, if these side effects persist, please contact the doctor.

PANTOPRAZOLE is safe for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers but should be taken only after consulting a doctor. Tell your doctor if you have stomach or intestinal cancer, liver problems, are allergic to PANTOPRAZOLE or will have an endoscopy in the future. Prolonged intake of PANTOPRAZOLE may cause a deficiency of Vitamin B12 and low levels of calcium, magnesium and Vitamin D, leading to osteoporosis.

Uses of PANTOPRAZOLE

Hyperacidity, Heartburn, Peptic ulcer.

Medicinal Benefits

PANTOPRAZOLE is effective at healing erosive esophagitis (inflammation of food pipe), relieving symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (heartburn), Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, duodenal ulcer, gastric ulcer and Crohn’s Disease-associated Ulcers. PANTOPRAZOLE works by irreversibly blocking the proton pump gate (which secretes stomach acid). It can be prescribed to all age groups, including special populations like the elderly, pregnant, lactating mothers, and kidney and liver disease patients. 

Directions for Use

Tablet/capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it. Granules for Suspension: Firstly, shake the container and open the cap. Add the granules of the packet to a cup containing one teaspoonful of applesauce or apple juice. Mix well for 5 seconds and make your child drink immediately. PANTOPRAZOLE should be given 30 min before meals.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of PANTOPRAZOLE

• Headache
• Diarrhoea
• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Vomiting
• Flatulence
• Dizziness
• Arthralgia (joint pain)