Digestive

This is a drug used in peptic ulcers or acid reflux. ie. Pantoprazole 20 mg .

Pantoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). Proton pumps are enzymes found in the stomach lining that aid in the production of acid needed for digestion. Pantoprazole impairs the function of proton pumps. This decreases the quantity of acid produced by the stomach.

Hyperacidity,,Heartburn,,Peptic ulcer

Pantoprazole is a proton pump inhibitors which is used to reduces the amounth of acid in your stomach. it also treat stomach ulcers,duodenal ulcer,gastric ulcers,gastroesophageal reflux disaese(GERD).

Headache,,Diarrhoea,,Nausea,,Abdominal pain,,Vomiting,,Flatulence,,Dizziness

Warning: Consult your doctor right away if you develop decreased urination,edema,lower back pain,nausea,fatigue,and rash or fever. These could be signs of a kidney problem.

Drug drug interaction : pantoprazole may interact with some medicines ie blood thinners: clopidogrel,warfarin, antifungal : ketoconazole,voriconazole,itraconazole,,iron supplements, antibiotics : ampicilin,rifampicin ,,digoxin,,and anticancer drug : methotrexate.

Drug disease interaction : pantoprazole may contraindicated in condition like low vitamin b12, low magnesium,bone fractures,liver disease.

Drug food interaction : Avoid fatty, spicy food during or caffeinated drinks such as tea ,coffee and cola during intake of pantoprazole it may cause increase stomach acid reflux.

Avoid sitting continuosly because it can increase stomach acid production.avoid alcohol and smocking,alcohol can increase the secreatio of stomach acid and leading to heart burn and acidity.

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for baby and if you have a breast feeding baby , but should be taken only after consulting a doctor.

Store this medicine at room temperature, away from sunlight and moisture.

Swallow the tablets/capsule whole, do not crush or chew.,,Follow your doctor's instructions for adjusting your dose.