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Safepraz is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer. Other than this, Safepraz has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Safepraz depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Safepraz as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Safepraz go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Safepraz is Safe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Safepraz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Safepraz related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Safepraz have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Safepraz with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Safepraz, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Safepraz 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Safepraz is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Safepraz safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Safepraz without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Safepraz safe during breastfeeding?
Safepraz can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Safepraz on the Kidneys?
Safepraz is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Safepraz on the Liver?
Safepraz may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Safepraz on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Safepraz for the heart.
Safepraz 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 Safepraz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Safepraz habit forming or addictive?
Safepraz is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Safepraz you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Safepraz, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Safepraz cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Safepraz
Taking Safepraz with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Safepraz
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Safepraz as it can have severe side effects.
Safepraz 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.
Safepraz 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.
Safepraz is not an antacid. It is proton pump inhibitor which reduce the excess acid in the stomach.
Yes, Safepraz can be taken with Zantac. Both medicines work by reducing the acid secretion in the stomach which helps in relieving acidity. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Rarely Safepraz causes weight gain or loss. However, If you feel your weight is fluctuating after taking this medicine then inform the doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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
