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Pantocid 40mg
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- Brand Name: Pantocid
- Manufacturer: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
- Generic Name: Pantoprazole 40 mg
- Class of Drug: Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI)
- Dosage: 40 mg orally once daily, preferably in the morning, before a meal.
Mechanism of Action (MOA): Pantocid (Pantoprazole) suppresses gastric acid secretion by irreversibly binding to the proton pump (H⁺/K⁺ ATPase) in the stomach lining, thereby reducing acid production.
Dosage and Administration: Take one 40 mg tablet orally once daily, 30–60 minutes before a meal, preferably breakfast. Swallow the tablet whole with water; do not chew, crush, or break it.
Side Effects: Common side effects may include headache, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, flatulence, dizziness, and abdominal pain.
Drug Interactions: Pantocid may interact with medications such as ketoconazole, methotrexate, warfarin, nelfinavir, and digoxin. Inform your doctor about all medications and supplements you are taking.
Precautions:
- Use with caution in patients with liver disease; dose adjustments may be necessary.
- Consult a doctor before use if pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
- Avoid alcohol consumption during treatment, as it can increase the risk of stomach damage.
- Long-term use may lead to bone fractures; ensure adequate intake of calcium and vitamin D.
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