Panmint 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 Panmint is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Panmint safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Panmint safely.
Is the use of Panmint safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Panmint. If you see any side effects, stop taking Panmint immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Panmint again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Panmint on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Panmint on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Panmint on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Panmint on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Panmint on the Heart?
Using Panmint does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Panmint 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 Panmint unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Panmint habit forming or addictive?
Panmint is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Panmint you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Panmint is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Panmint is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Panmint
Taking Panmint with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Panmint
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Panmint as it can have severe side effects.
No, you can not buy Panmint 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.
Yes, Panmint can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform and consult your doctor if you are having severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Yes, Panmint 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.
Panmint 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.
Panmint 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.
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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
