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Pentok is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer. Other than this, Pentok has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Pentok depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Pentok side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Pentok are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Pentok is Safe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Pentok has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Pentok related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Pentok contraindications section.
Additionally, Pentok may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Pentok is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Pentok 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pentok is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Pentok safe for pregnant women?
Pentok is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Pentok safe during breastfeeding?
Pentok may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Pentok, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Pentok.
What is the effect of Pentok on the Kidneys?
Pentok is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Pentok on the Liver?
Pentok may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Pentok on the Heart?
Using Pentok does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Pentok 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 Pentok unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pentok habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Pentok has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Pentok you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Pentok is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Pentok for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pentok
You can take Pentok with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pentok
Taking Pentok with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
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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
