Pan 40mg Tablet (pantoprazol 40mg)

INTRODUCTION

PAN 40MG contains Pantoprazole which is a proton-pump inhibitor. It is used to treat reflux esophagitis among adults and adolescents (12 years or above). Reflux esophagitis is a condition that causes inflammation of the esophagus along with sensation of movement of acid from stomach to esophagus (acid reflux). PAN 40MG can also be used to treat peptic ulcer (painful sores in the gut) and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome (tumors in pancreas causing the stomach to secrete more acid) among adult patients. It is also used in combination with antibiotics to treat Helicobacter pylori infection among adult patients who have peptic ulcer.

Pantoprazole is a proton-pump inhibitor which works by lowering the amount of stomach acid and helps ulcers to heal and prevents acid reflux symptoms such as heartburn, indigestion, and regurgitation.

Take PAN 40MG 1 hour before a meal. It should be used with caution in pregnant and breast-feeding women only after the advice of your doctor. It is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age. Before taking PAN 40MG inform your doctor about your past medical conditions such as osteoporosis, low magnesium levels in the blood. The side effects include headache, diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain and dizziness.

USES OF PAN 40MG

It is used:

• To treat reflux esophagitis among adults and adolescents (12 years or above)
• To treat peptic ulcer and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome among adult patients
• In combination with antibiotics to treat Helicobacter pylori infection among adult patients who have peptic ulcer

HOW PAN 40MG WORKS

PAN 40MG reduces peptic ulcer and other inflammatory stomach conditions, where pantoprazole acts by reducing the stomach acid secretion by directly inhibiting the proton pump (to H+/K+ ATPase) present in the stomach cells. Blockade of the proton pump can lead to prevention of acid secretion for up to 24 hours or longer, which helps in reducing further inflammation, and healing of ulcers and other lesions present in the stomach.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take PAN 40MG 1 hour before meals. Swallow this medicine as a whole and do not crush or chew the medicine. Do not stop taking PAN 40MG without the advice of your doctor.

SIDE EFFECTS OF PAN 40MG

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Nausea and vomiting:

While taking this medicine stick to simple meal plans and do not eat oily, fried, or spicy foods.

Headache:

Rest and drink plenty of fluids. Apply a cold, wet cloth, or ice pack to your forehead. Rest in a quiet, comfortable, dark room.

Diarrhea:

Drink plenty of fluids such as water, fruit juices or electrolytes to avoid dehydration in your body.

Constipation:

Take fiber rich foods in your diet such as fresh fruits, vegetables and whole grain cereals, and drink plenty of fluids. Exercise more regularly and stay active.

Bloating:

Try to increase your physical activity during daytime. Do not drink or limit the intake of carbonated drinks. Avoid eating foods which causes bloating such as beans, lentils, and others. Always eat smaller and frequent meals and chew your food properly while eating.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking PAN 40MG inform to your doctor, if you are taking,

• Ketoconazole, itraconazole, and posaconazole (medicines used to treat fungal infections)
• Erlotinib (used to treat certain types of cancer)
• Atazanavir, rilpivirine (used to treat HIV infection)
• Warfarin, phenprocoumon (used to prevent blood clot formation)
• Methotrexate (used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, and cancer)
• Fluvoxamine (used to treat depression and other psychiatric diseases)
• Rifampicin (used to treat infections)
• St. john’s wort (used to treat depression)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of PAN 40MG, consult your doctor immediately. Do not double the dose in case of missed doses. Always follow your dose schedule to avoid taking overdosage of medicine.