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Wopan is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer. The alternative uses of Wopan have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Wopan. 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.
While these are the most often observed Wopan side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Wopan are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Wopan has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Wopan related warnings talks about Wopan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Wopan contraindications section.
Additionally, Wopan may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Wopan is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Wopan 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 Wopan is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Wopan safe for pregnant women?
Wopan is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Wopan safe during breastfeeding?
Wopan 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 Wopan on the Kidneys?
Using Wopan does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Wopan on the Liver?
Side effects of Wopan rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Wopan on the Heart?
You can take Wopan without any fear of damage to the heart.
Wopan 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 Wopan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Wopan habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Wopan.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Wopan. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Wopan is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Wopan is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Wopan
You can take Wopan with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Wopan
Taking alcohol with Wopan can be dangerous.
Yes, Wopan 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, Wopan can cause diarrhea. However, diarrhea could be a sign of a contracted infection too. If you experience severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine, inform the doctor light away without further delay.
Wopan 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.
No, you can not buy Wopan 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.
Rarely Wopan 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
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
