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Piker, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer. Secondary and off-label uses of Piker have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Piker depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Piker as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Piker are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Piker's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Piker's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Piker related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Piker contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Piker have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Piker is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Piker 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Piker safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Piker without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Piker safe during breastfeeding?
Piker can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Piker on the Kidneys?
Piker is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Piker on the Liver?
Piker may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Piker on the Heart?
Piker is completely safe for the heart.
Piker 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 Piker unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Piker habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Piker has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Piker you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Piker is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Piker for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Piker
Taking Piker with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Piker
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Piker as it can have severe side effects.
Piker 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.
Discontinuation of Piker on your own can cause rebound effects. So, it advisable to take this drug as directed by the doctor and do not discontinue medicine on your own.
No, you can not buy Piker over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Take Piker 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.
Rarely Piker 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 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
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 984-986