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Pantokin 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pantokin is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Pantokin safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Pantokin without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Pantokin safe during breastfeeding?
Pantokin may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Pantokin, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Pantokin.
What is the effect of Pantokin on the Kidneys?
Pantokin is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Pantokin on the Liver?
Pantokin is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Pantokin on the Heart?
You can take Pantokin without any fear of damage to the heart.
Pantokin 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 Pantokin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pantokin habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Pantokin has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Pantokin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Pantokin can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Pantokin, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Pantokin for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pantokin
It is safe to take Pantokin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pantokin
Consuming Pantokin with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Rarely Pantokin 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.
This is because long-term use of Pantokin 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.
Yes, Pantokin 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, Pantokin 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.
Pantokin is not an antacid. It is proton pump inhibitor which reduce the excess acid in the stomach.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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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