P Zole L Capsule is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer. P Zole L Capsule also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of P Zole L Capsule 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed P Zole L Capsule side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of P Zole L Capsule go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that P Zole L Capsule has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if P Zole L Capsule has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the P Zole L Capsule related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by P Zole L Capsule are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of P Zole L Capsule with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking P Zole L Capsule is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
P Zole L Capsule 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 P Zole L Capsule safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take P Zole without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of P Zole L Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
P Zole 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 P Zole L Capsule on the Kidneys?
P Zole is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of P Zole L Capsule on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of P Zole on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of P Zole L Capsule on the Heart?
Using P Zole does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take P Zole L Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this P Zole L Capsule habit forming or addictive?
P Zole L Capsule is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking P Zole L Capsule as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, P Zole L Capsule does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, P Zole L Capsule is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and P Zole L Capsule
Taking P Zole L Capsule with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and P Zole L Capsule
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking P Zole L Capsule as it can have severe side effects.
Rarely P Zole 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.
P Zole is not an antacid. It is proton pump inhibitor which reduce the excess acid in the stomach.
P Zole 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.
P Zole 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 P Zole 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.
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Protonix (pantoprazole sodium)
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