Pantocure Dm 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.
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Is the use of Pantocure Dm safe for pregnant women?
Pantocure Dm shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Pantocure Dm safe during breastfeeding?
Pantocure Dm may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Pantocure Dm on the Kidneys?
Pantocure Dm can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Pantocure Dm on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Pantocure Dm. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Pantocure Dm only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Pantocure Dm on the Heart?
Pantocure Dm may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Pantocure Dm 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 Pantocure Dm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pantocure Dm habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Pantocure Dm has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Pantocure Dm, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Pantocure Dm can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Pantocure Dm is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Pantocure Dm for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pantocure Dm
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Pantocure Dm with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pantocure Dm
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Pantocure Dm with alcohol.
Yes, Pantocure Dm can cause constipation. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.
Yes, Pantocure Dm has been reported to cause rashes or itching but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a common side effect of this medicine. If you experience excessive itching then consult it with your doctor immediately.
Yes, Pantocure Dm can help to reduce gas (flatulence) by preventing acidity (through decreasing the release of acid in your stomach) and facilitating gastric emptying.
Ideally, Pantocure Dm should be taken by mouth once daily but it can be taken twice in some cases depending on the severity of symptoms or as advised by your doctor. It should be taken before 30 minutes of eating food to prevent acidity and heartburn. Precautions must be taken in patients with hypersensitivity and improper liver function.
Yes, you can take Pantocure Dm for acidity as it decreases the release of acid in your stomach which is responsible for acidity, burping, and discomfort in your stomach. You are advised to take it before a meal or as prescribed by your doctor.
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 666-667
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 653
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