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Pantaford, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer are some of its major therapeutic uses. Pantaford also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Pantaford 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.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Pantaford can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Pantaford normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Pantaford's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Pantaford related warnings talks about Pantaford's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Pantaford are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Pantaford may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Pantaford, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Pantaford 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 Pantaford safe for pregnant women?
Pantaford is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Pantaford safe during breastfeeding?
Pantaford 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 Pantaford on the Kidneys?
Pantaford is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Pantaford on the Liver?
Pantaford may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Pantaford on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Pantaford for the heart.
Pantaford 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 Pantaford unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pantaford habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Pantaford is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Pantaford, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Pantaford can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Pantaford is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Pantaford is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pantaford
It is safe to take Pantaford with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pantaford
Consumption of alcohol and Pantaford together may have severe effects on your health.
Discontinuation of Pantaford 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.
Pantaford 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.
Yes, Pantaford 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.
Rarely Pantaford 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.
Pantaford 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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