Pantafol DSR Capsule: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Pantafol D Information

Pantafol D is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Capsule. Pantafol D also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Pantafol D. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Pantafol D also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Pantafol D side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Pantafol D go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Pantafol D's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Pantafol D's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Pantafol D is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Osteoporosis, Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects.

Drug reaction of Pantafol D with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Pantafol D is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Pantafol D Benefits & Uses
Pantafol D Dosage & How to Take
Pantafol D Side Effects
Pantafol D Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Pantafol D with Other Drugs
Pantafol D Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Pantafol D
Pantafol D Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Pantafol D Benefits & Uses

Pantafol D is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Peptic Ulcer
Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
Heartburn

Pantafol D Dosage & How to Take

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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: pantoprazole (40 mg) and domperidone (10 mg)
Adult	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: pantoprazole (40 mg) and domperidone (10 mg)
Geriatric	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: pantoprazole (40 mg) and domperidone (10 mg)

Pantafol D Related Warnings

Is the use of Pantafol D safe for pregnant women?

Pantafol D shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Pantafol D safe during breastfeeding?

Pantafol D may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Pantafol D on the Kidneys?

Pantafol D can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pantafol D on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Pantafol D. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Pantafol D only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pantafol D on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Pantafol D on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Pantafol D with Other Drugs

Pantafol D should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Tramadol

Methotrexate

Nelfinavir

Ketoconazole

Erythromycin

Moderate

Digoxin

Warfarin

Pantafol D Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pantafol D unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Osteoporosis
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Pantafol D

Is this Pantafol D habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Pantafol D is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Pantafol D. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Pantafol D only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Pantafol D in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Pantafol D Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pantafol D

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Pantafol D and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Pantafol D

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Pantafol D and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Pantafol D

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Pantafol D?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Take Pantafol D as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Pantafol D cause constipation?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Pantafol D can cause constipation. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Pantafol D cause rashes or itching?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Pantafol D has been reported to cause rashes or itching but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a common side effect of this medicine. If you experience excessive itching then consult it with your doctor immediately.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Pantafol D on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

No, Pantafol D should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Pantafol D cause headache?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Pantafol D can cause headache, this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. If you experience severe headache after taking this drug, consider taking a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest, even after this if pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.