Pantafol is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule, Injection, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer. Secondary and off-label uses of Pantafol have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Pantafol depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Pantafol as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Pantafol 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.
Pantafol's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Pantafol related warnings talks about Pantafol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Pantafol contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Pantafol have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Pantafol is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Pantafol 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
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Is the use of Pantafol safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Pantafol safely.
Is the use of Pantafol safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Pantafol. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Pantafol on the Kidneys?
Pantafol is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Pantafol on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Pantafol on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Pantafol on the Heart?
Using Pantafol does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Pantafol 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 Pantafol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pantafol habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Pantafol has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Pantafol. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Pantafol is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Pantafol for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pantafol
Taking Pantafol with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pantafol
Taking alcohol with Pantafol can be dangerous.
Pantafol is not an antacid. It is proton pump inhibitor which reduce the excess acid in the stomach.
Pantafol 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.
Yes, Pantafol 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, Pantafol helps in the preventing and healing the ulcer. It is one of the main uses of this drug. However, your doctor may also suggest other medicines to heal stomach ulcers completely.
Avoid taking Pantafol 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.
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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
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