Pantagard Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Pantagard Injection Information

Pantagard Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer. The alternative uses of Pantagard Injection have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Pantagard Injection. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Pantagard Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Pantagard Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Pantagard Injection's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Pantagard Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

The section on Pantagard Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Pantagard Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Pantagard Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Pantagard Benefits & Uses
Pantagard Dosage & How to Take
Pantagard Side Effects
Pantagard Related Warnings
Pantagard Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Pantagard
Pantagard Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Pantagard Injection Benefits & Uses

Pantagard Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
GERD
Peptic Ulcer
Heartburn

Other Benefits

Pantagard Injection Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Zollinger Ellison syndrome Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 80 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Zollinger Ellison syndrome Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 80 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Pantagard Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Pantagard Injection safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Pantagard safely.

Safe
Is the use of Pantagard Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Pantagard. If you see any side effects, stop taking Pantagard immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Pantagard again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pantagard Injection on the Kidneys?

Pantagard does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Pantagard Injection on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Pantagard on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Pantagard Injection on the Heart?

You can take Pantagard without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Pantagard Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pantagard Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Gastric Cancer
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Osteoporosis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Pantagard Injection

Is this Pantagard Injection habit forming or addictive?

Pantagard Injection is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Pantagard Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Pantagard Injection is safe as it does not bear any side effects.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Pantagard Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Pantagard Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pantagard Injection

Taking Pantagard Injection with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Pantagard Injection

Consumption of alcohol and Pantagard Injection together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Pantagard Injection

Question over 5 years ago

How does Pantagard works?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Pantagard works by blocking the action of the enzyme in the wall of a stomach which is responsible for acid production in the stomach. By blocking the enzyme, the production of acid is decreased, and this helps to relieve the stomach from acidity, heartburn, GERD, stomach ulcer and other acidity related stomach problem.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Pantagard without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Pantagard 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.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Pantagard?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Pantagard 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Why Pantagard is given along with vitamine B 12?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

This is because long-term use of Pantagard can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acids which are required for the absorption of vitamin B12. Hence patients taking [medicine] for a long time have Vitamin B12 deficiency. To replenish Vitamin B12 in your body your doctor prescribes this vitamin along with this medicine.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Pantagard?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Take Pantagard as long as your doctor has recommended you to take it. Do not exceed the prescribed dose. Consult your doctor if there is no symptomatic relief.