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Gastropan, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer. Secondary and off-label uses of Gastropan have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Gastropan is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Gastropan can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Gastropan 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 Gastropan has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Gastropan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Gastropan related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Gastropan contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Gastropan with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Gastropan is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Gastropan 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 Gastropan is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Gastropan safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Gastropan without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Gastropan safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Gastropan. Immediately discontinue Gastropan if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Gastropan on the Kidneys?
Gastropan does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gastropan on the Liver?
Gastropan is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Gastropan on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Gastropan for the heart.
Gastropan 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 Gastropan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gastropan habit forming or addictive?
Gastropan does not cause addiction.
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 Gastropan can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Gastropan, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Gastropan cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Gastropan
Taking Gastropan with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gastropan
Taking alcohol with Gastropan can be dangerous.
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
