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Proloc 40 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Proloc 40 Mg Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Proloc 40 Mg Tablet 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Proloc 40 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Proloc 40 Mg Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Proloc 40 Mg Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Proloc 40 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Proloc 40 Mg Tablet contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Proloc 40 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Proloc 40 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Proloc 40 Mg Tablet 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 Proloc 40 Mg Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Proloc 40 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Proloc in pregnant women.
Is the use of Proloc 40 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Proloc. If you see any side effects, stop taking Proloc immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Proloc again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Proloc 40 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Proloc is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Proloc 40 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Proloc rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Proloc 40 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Proloc is not harmful for the heart.
Proloc 40 Mg Tablet 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 Proloc 40 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Proloc 40 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Proloc 40 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.
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 Proloc 40 Mg Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Proloc 40 Mg Tablet is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Proloc 40 Mg Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Proloc 40 Mg Tablet
You can take Proloc 40 Mg Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Proloc 40 Mg Tablet
Consuming Proloc 40 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Proloc can be taken with Zantac. Both medicines work by reducing the acid secretion in the stomach which helps in relieving acidity. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Yes, Proloc is safe to use, if taken a prescribed amount and duration as advised by your doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as stomach upset, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, vomiting, and joint pain. If you experience any of the above- mentioned side effects after taking medicine then immediately consult your doctor follow his/her instruction.
Proloc 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.
Discontinuation of Proloc 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.
Yes, Proloc 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.
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
