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Panja is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer. Secondary and off-label uses of Panja have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Panja 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Panja can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Panja are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Panja's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Panja's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Panja related warnings section.
The section on Panja contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Panja have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Panja is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Panja 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 Panja is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Panja safe for pregnant women?
Panja is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Panja safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Panja. If you see any side effects, stop taking Panja immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Panja again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Panja on the Kidneys?
Panja is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Panja on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Panja on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Panja on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Panja for the heart.
Panja 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 Panja unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Panja habit forming or addictive?
Panja does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Panja as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Panja is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Panja is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Panja
It is safe to take Panja with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Panja
Taking Panja with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Panja 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.
Yes, Panja can be taken with sucralfate, take it at least 30 minutes before consuming sucralfate. If you experience any unwanted side effects after taking these two medicines at the same time then inform the doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
No, you can not buy Panja 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.
Avoid taking Panja 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.
Rarely Panja 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.
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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
