Pankem Od 40mg/4mg Capsule
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Product introduction
Pankem Od 40mg/4mg Capsule is a combination of two medicines which is used in the treatment of nausea and vomiting. It is used only when prescribed by a doctor. This medicine works by controlling the acidity and altering the chemicals in the brain that trigger nausea or vomiting.
Pankem Od 40mg/4mg Capsule should be taken in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it on an empty stomach, but try taking it at a fixed time each day. Remember you should not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor. In case you vomit within one hour of taking a dose, then take another dose and avoid heavy meals throughout the day. Before taking this medicine, it is better to inform your doctor if you have any liver disease as the dose of your medicine may need adjustment. Your doctor may regularly monitor your liver enzymes, especially when the medicine is prescribed for a long time.
It is a well-tolerated and safe medicine and has a very low incidence of any harmful effects. But, it may cause certain side effects like constipation, stomach pain, fatigue, headache, flatulence, and flushing of skin. However, these are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you.
This medicine may cause diarrhea, so it is better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may help prevent dehydration. However, it is better to consult your doctor if you get watery diarrhea with fever or stomach pain that does not go away. Dizziness and sleepiness may also occur, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
Pankem Od 40mg/4mg Capsule should be taken in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it on an empty stomach, but try taking it at a fixed time each day. Remember you should not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor. In case you vomit within one hour of taking a dose, then take another dose and avoid heavy meals throughout the day. Before taking this medicine, it is better to inform your doctor if you have any liver disease as the dose of your medicine may need adjustment. Your doctor may regularly monitor your liver enzymes, especially when the medicine is prescribed for a long time.
It is a well-tolerated and safe medicine and has a very low incidence of any harmful effects. But, it may cause certain side effects like constipation, stomach pain, fatigue, headache, flatulence, and flushing of skin. However, these are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you.
This medicine may cause diarrhea, so it is better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may help prevent dehydration. However, it is better to consult your doctor if you get watery diarrhea with fever or stomach pain that does not go away. Dizziness and sleepiness may also occur, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
Uses of Pankem Od Capsule
Benefits of Pankem Od Capsule
In Nausea
Pankem Od 40mg/4mg Capsule blocks the action of chemicals in the body that can make you feel or be sick. It is often used to prevent nausea and vomiting that may be caused due to some medicines or cancer treatment. This medicine helps you recover more comfortably from cancer treatments such as radiation therapy or chemotherapy. It is also effective at preventing nausea and vomiting after an operation (in adults only). The dose will depend on what you are being treated for but always take this medicine as it is prescribed.
Side effects of Pankem Od Capsule
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Pankem Od
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Stomach pain
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Flatulence
- Dizziness
- Flushing of skin
How to use Pankem Od Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Pankem Od 40mg/4mg Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.
How Pankem Od Capsule works
Pankem Od 40mg/4mg Capsule is a combination of two medicines: Pantoprazole and Ondansetron.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Pankem Od 40mg/4mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Pankem Od 40mg/4mg Capsule is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Pankem Od 40mg/4mg Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Pankem Od 40mg/4mg Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Pankem Od 40mg/4mg Capsule is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Pankem Od 40mg/4mg Capsule is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have an underlying kidney disease. Limited information is available in patients taking this medicine for more than one day.
However, inform your doctor if you have an underlying kidney disease. Limited information is available in patients taking this medicine for more than one day.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Pankem Od 40mg/4mg Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Pankem Od 40mg/4mg Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Pankem Od Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Pankem Od 40mg/4mg Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Pankem Od 40mg/4mg Capsule helps treat nausea and vomiting.
- Take it one hour before meal, preferably in the morning.
- It is fast-acting and starts working within 30 minutes.
- If you vomit within one hour of taking a dose, take another dose.
- Avoid heavy meals and sip water regularly while taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you get watery diarrhea, fever, or stomach pain that does not go away.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
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- MedIndia. Pantoprazole. [Accessed 29 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Ondansetron. Portage, IN: Monosol Rx, LLC; 1991 [revised Jul. 2010]. [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Name: Welkem Pharma
Address: G-2, Vatsalya Apartment Chitrakoot, Rajasthan 302021
Country of origin: India
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