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Pantop D is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Capsule. Other than this, Pantop D has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Pantop D depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Pantop D also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Pantop D side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Pantop D normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Pantop D's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Pantop D's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Pantop D related warnings section.
Pantop D is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Osteoporosis, Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects.
Besides this, Pantop D may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Pantop D is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Pantop D 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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Pantop D safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Pantop D. If you are pregnant, do not take Pantop D without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Pantop D safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Pantop D. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Pantop D on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Pantop D. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Pantop D on the Liver?
Pantop D may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Pantop D on the Heart?
Pantop D is rarely harmful for the heart.
Pantop D 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 Pantop D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pantop D habit forming or addictive?
Pantop D does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Pantop D you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Pantop D only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Pantop D for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pantop D
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Pantop D together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pantop D
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Pantop D and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Pantop D does not cause high blood sugar (hyperglycemia). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking it. You are advised to monitor your blood sugar level on daily basis. If you notice high blood sugar levels after taking this drug, then discuss it with your doctor who might change the dosage of your current medications.
Yes, Pantop D has been reported to cause diarrhoea but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, discuss your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, Pantop D has been reported to cause rashes or itching but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a common side effect of this medicine. If you experience excessive itching then consult it with your doctor immediately.
Pantop D contains domperidone (dopamine D2-receptor antagonist). It works by inhibiting the neurotransmitter dopamine (a chemical messenger present in our body) from acting on the vomiting center present in the brain thus preventing nausea and vomiting which provides relief to the patient from nausea and vomiting.
Yes, Pantop D can cause dry mouth. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you experience severe dry mouth after taking this drug, keep yourself hydrated with juices, shakes, and ample water.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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