Pan 20mg Tablet (pantoprazol 20mg)

Medical Description

Pan Tablet contains Pantoprazole. It belongs to a group of medicines called “Proton pump inhibitor,” which reduces the amount of acid produced in the stomach. It also has anti-acid reflux actions. Pantoprazole blocks the proton pumps in the stomach wall responsible for the production of acid. It is used to treat stomach ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and other acidity related problems. This medicine works best when taken on an empty stomach. You should tell your doctor about your medical history, if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about all the medicines and supplements you take or might take.

Uses of Pan 20 MG

Pan Tablet is used to treat ulcers in the stomach or intestine, for Zollinger-Ellison syndrome (a tumour in the pancreas, which causes oversecretion of stomach acids) and gastroesophageal reflux disease (symptoms like heartburn & chest pain right after eating).

Contraindications of Pan 20 MG

If you are allergic to Pantoprazole, or any other ingredient of Pan Tablet.
If you are on a medicine called Rilpivirine.

Side effects of Pan 20 MG

Headache
Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach pain
Flatulence (or gas)
Constipation
Diarrhoea
Fatigue
Skin rash

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
You have severe liver problems.
You are taking NSAIDs (painkillers).
You have a personal or family history of stomach cancer.
You are taking medicines to treat HIV.
You have low levels of vitamin B12 (like Cobalamin). This medicine is known to reduce the absorption of vitamin B12 after long term use.
Taking this medicine for more than one year may increase the chances of developing bone fractures.
If you are on this medicine for more than three months, your blood magnesium levels may drop. Your doctor may perform regular tests for the same.
On exposure to the sun, you get rash on your skin, stop your treatment with Pantoprazole and inform your doctor as this may be a symptom of Subacute Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (SCLE).

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Mode of Action of Pan 20 MG

How Does It Work?
Pan Tablet works by reducing the acid production in the stomach by blocking or inhibiting a pump called the proton pump responsible for the secretion of stomach acid. Hence, this tablet is indicated in conditions where excessive acidity is prevalent and can cause a problem.

Directions for Use of Pan 20 MG

Pan Tablet must be taken as directed by your doctor.
The medicine is taken 30 min before food, on an empty stomach.
Do not chew or break the pill, swallow with a whole glass of water.

Interactions of Pan 20 MG

Interactions with other medicines
Medicines that are gastric pH dependent such as Itraconazole, Ketoconazole (used to treat fungal infections).
Medicines that are consumed in HIV or AIDS such as Atazanavir, Tenofovir.
Medicines used for thinning, or thickening of the blood like Warfarin and Phenprocoumon.
Medicines used for certain types of cancer such as Methotrexate.
Interactions with food items
Stimulation of stomach acid production or delay in ulcer healing is observed with nicotine and caffeine (coffee, tea, chocolate and cola). Hence, avoid these items.

Storage and disposal of Pan 20 MG

Store Pan Tablet in a cool and dry place.
Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Dosage of Pan 20 MG

Overdose
If you have taken too much dose of Pan Tablet, seek medical help or call a doctor immediately.
Missed a Dose
If you missed any dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it’s time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.