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Pds, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer. Pds also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Pds depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Pds side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Pds normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Pds's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Pds's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Pds contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Pds have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Pds is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Pds is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Pds safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Pds safely.
Is the use of Pds safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Pds. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Pds on the Kidneys?
Pds is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Pds on the Liver?
Pds may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Pds on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Pds for the heart.
Pds should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pds unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pds habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Pds is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Pds can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Pds does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Pds cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Pds
Taking Pds with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pds
Consumption of alcohol and Pds together may have severe effects on your health.
Pds is a brand name of pantoprazole. It is a prescription medicine that belongs to the class of drug called proton pump inhibitor (PPI). It is mainly used for the short-term treatment of peptic ulcer, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GRED), Zollinger Ellison syndrome and other acidity related stomach problems. It is also used for the treatment of duodenal ulcer and heartburn.
Take Pds as long as your doctor has recommended you to take it. Do not exceed the prescribed dose. Consult your doctor if there is no symptomatic relief.
Yes, Pds causes bloating. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience unpleasant effects after consuming this drug then inform to doctor right away without further delay.
Pds is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Discontinuation of Pds on your own can cause rebound effects. So, it advisable to take this drug as directed by the doctor and do not discontinue medicine on your own.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Protonix (pantoprazole sodium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 653
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 984-986