Ponta

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Ponta Information

Ponta is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Ponta have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ponta. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ponta can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ponta go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Ponta has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ponta's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ponta contraindications section.

Besides this, Ponta may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Ponta is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.



Ponta Benefits & Uses

Ponta is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Ponta Dosage & How to Take

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
  • Disease: Zollinger Ellison syndrome
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 80 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 6 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Zollinger Ellison syndrome
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 80 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 6 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Ponta Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ponta is used -

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Ponta Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Ponta safe for pregnant women?


    Ponta is safe for pregnant women.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Ponta safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Ponta. If you see any side effects, stop taking Ponta immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Ponta again, only after your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Ponta on the Kidneys?


    There are no side effects of Ponta on the kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Ponta on the Liver?


    Very few cases of side effects of Ponta on the liver have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Ponta on the Heart?


    There are no any side effects of Ponta for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Ponta with Other Drugs

Ponta should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Ponta Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ponta unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Ponta

  • Is this Ponta habit forming or addictive?


    Ponta is not addictive in nature.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Ponta, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ponta can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Ponta is safe for use.

    Safe
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Ponta is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Ponta Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Ponta


    Taking Ponta with food does not harm your health.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Ponta


    Taking alcohol with Ponta can be dangerous.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Ponta

Question over 4 years ago

Does Ponta heal ulcer?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Ponta helps in the preventing and healing the ulcer. It is one of the main uses of this drug. However, your doctor may also suggest other medicines to heal stomach ulcers completely.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Ponta over the counter drug?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Ponta over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Ponta?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Ponta should be taken 30 - 60 minute before taking any meal. Preferably it should be taken once a day in the morning before breakfast. However, some patient may require to take it twice a day, in this case, 1 tablet should be taken in the morning and 1 tablet in the evening before the meal as directed by the doctor. You are recommended to consult your doctor regarding the exact dosage regime of medicine and follow his/her instruction. 

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Ponta without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Ponta 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Ponta with levothyroxine?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Avoid taking Ponta with levothyroxine because it delays the absorption of levothyroxine and also effects the efficacy of levothyroxine. Please seek guidance from your doctor regarding taking these two medicines together.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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

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