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Spand is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Spand depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Spand 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 |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Spand is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Spand safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Spand without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Spand safe during breastfeeding?
Spand may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Spand, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Spand.
What is the effect of Spand on the Kidneys?
Spand does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Spand on the Liver?
Spand is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Spand on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Spand for the heart.
Spand 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 Spand unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Spand habit forming or addictive?
Spand does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Spand you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Spand does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Spand cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Spand
Taking Spand with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Spand
Consuming Spand with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Rarely Spand 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.
Spand should be taken 30 - 60 minute before taking any meal. Preferably it should be taken once a day in the morning before breakfast. However, some patient may require to take it twice a day, in this case, 1 tablet should be taken in the morning and 1 tablet in the evening before the meal as directed by the doctor. You are recommended to consult your doctor regarding the exact dosage regime of medicine and follow his/her instruction.
Avoid taking Spand 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.
Yes, Spand can be taken with sucralfate, take it at least 30 minutes before consuming sucralfate. If you experience any unwanted side effects after taking these two medicines at the same time then inform the doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
No, you can not buy Spand 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.
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
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
