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Pepnil D 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 Pepnil D safe for pregnant women?
Pepnil D can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Pepnil D safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Pepnil D. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Pepnil D on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Pepnil D. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Pepnil D on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Pepnil D. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Pepnil D only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Pepnil D on the Heart?
Side effects of Pepnil D rarely affect the heart.
Pepnil D 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 Pepnil D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pepnil D habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Pepnil D is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Pepnil D as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Pepnil D is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Pepnil D cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Pepnil D
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Pepnil D and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pepnil D
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Pepnil D with alcohol.
Yes, Pepnil D has been reported to cause diarrhoea but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, discuss your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, you can take Pepnil D 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.
Yes, Pepnil D 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.
No, Pepnil D does not cause erectile dysfunction. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking it. It is not a known side effect of this drug.
Pepnil D contains domperidone (dopamine D2-receptor antagonist). It works by inhibiting the neurotransmitter dopamine (a chemical messenger present in our body) from acting on the vomiting center present in the brain thus preventing nausea and vomiting which provides relief to the patient from nausea and vomiting.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 666-667
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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