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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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Piker is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Piker safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Piker in pregnant women.
Is the use of Piker safe during breastfeeding?
Piker may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Piker, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Piker.
What is the effect of Piker on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Piker on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Piker on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Piker on the liver have been reported.
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?
Piker is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Piker can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Piker is safe for use.
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 does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Piker
Taking Piker with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Piker causes bloating. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience unpleasant effects after consuming this drug then inform to doctor right away without further delay.
Piker is not an antacid. It is proton pump inhibitor which reduce the excess acid in the stomach.
Piker works by blocking the action of the enzyme in the wall of a stomach which is responsible for acid production in the stomach. By blocking the enzyme, the production of acid is decreased, and this helps to relieve the stomach from acidity, heartburn, GERD, stomach ulcer and other acidity related stomach problem.
Piker is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Avoid taking Piker with levothyroxine because it delays the absorption of levothyroxine and also effects the efficacy of levothyroxine. Please seek guidance from your doctor regarding taking these two medicines together.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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
