Pantoprazole
Information about Pantoprazole
Pantoprazole Uses
Pantoprazole is used in the treatment of heartburn, acidity, gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux) and peptic ulcer disease.
How Pantoprazole works
Pantoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). It works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach which in turn relieves acid-related indigestion and heartburn.
Common side effects of Pantoprazole
Diarrhea, Flatulence, Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, Dizziness, Abdominal pain, Joint pain, Injection site reaction
Available Medicine for Pantoprazole
PANAlkem Laboratories Ltd
₹56 to ₹3087 variant(s)
PantocidSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹56 to ₹3294 variant(s)
PantopAristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
₹43 to ₹1805 variant(s)
PantodacZydus Cadila
₹56 to ₹2874 variant(s)
PansecCipla Ltd
₹53 to ₹2877 variant(s)
PantinHetero Drugs Ltd
₹28 to ₹1244 variant(s)
ZylpanHetero Drugs Ltd
₹431 variant(s)
PansaZuventus Healthcare Ltd
₹56 to ₹1833 variant(s)
P-PpiBlue Cross Laboratories Ltd
₹49 to ₹612 variant(s)
PantiumIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹30 to ₹2194 variant(s)
Expert advice for Pantoprazole
- Pantoprazole should be taken 1 hour before a meal, preferably in the morning.
- It is a well-tolerated medicine and provides relief for a long time.
- Some healthy tips to prevent acidity from happening:
- Avoid excessive intake of carbonated beverages/soft drinks, citrus juices, fried food, caffeinated beverages like tea and coffee.
- Avoid alcohol and smoking.
- Avoid eating late at night or before bedtime.
- Inform your doctor if you get watery diarrhea, fever or stomach pain that does not go away.
- Inform your doctor if you do not feel better after taking it for 14 days as you may be suffering from some other problem that needs attention.
- Long-term use of Pantoprazole can cause weak bones and a deficiency of minerals such as magnesium. Take adequate dietary intake of calcium and magnesium or their supplements as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not stop taking medication without talking to your doctor.
- Consult your doctor right away if you develop decreased urination, edema (swelling due to fluid retention), lower back pain, nausea, fatigue, and rash or fever. These could be signs of a kidney problem.
- Pantoprazole should be taken 1 hour before a meal, preferably in the morning.
- It is a well-tolerated medicine and provides relief for a long time.
- Some healthy tips to prevent acidity from happening:
- Avoid excessive intake of carbonated beverages/soft drinks, citrus juices, fried food, caffeinated beverages like tea and coffee.
- Avoid alcohol and smoking.
- Avoid eating late at night or before bedtime.
- Inform your doctor if you get watery diarrhea, fever or stomach pain that does not go away.
- Inform your doctor if you do not feel better after taking it for 14 days as you may be suffering from some other problem that needs attention.
- Long-term use of Pantoprazole can cause weak bones and a deficiency of minerals such as magnesium. Take adequate dietary intake of calcium and magnesium or their supplements as prescribed by your doctor.
- Consult your doctor right away if you develop decreased urination, edema (swelling due to fluid retention), lower back pain, nausea, fatigue, and rash or fever. These could be signs of a kidney problem.