Pantop 20 Tablet
Pantop Tablet is a medicine used to reduce acid production in stomach. It is used for the treatment of ulcers and acid reflux disease or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It contains pantoprazole as an active ingredient. It reduces the amount of acid produced in the stomach by blocking a pump called the proton pump in the stomach wall responsible for the formation of acid. The medicine should be taken on an empty stomach as prescribed by a doctor. Along with taking medicine on time making certain lifestyle modifications can help to manage your acidity problem better. Try eating smaller meals, eat slowly, avoid overeating and lying down immediately after having a meal, limit alcohol intake, avoid smoking and maintain a healthy weight, consult the doctor to understand what works for you best.
Uses of Pantop 20 MG
Pantop Tablet is used for the treatment of ulcer and acid reflux disease or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Contraindications of Pantop 20 MG
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If you are allergic to pantoprazole or similar medicines or other ingredients of Pantop Tablet.
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Do not consume the medicine if you are taking rilpivirine used in HIV treatment.
Side effects of Pantop 20 MG
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Nausea
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Vomiting
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Diarrhoea
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Abdominal pain
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Headache
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Dizziness
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Flatulence
Precautions and Warnings of Pantop 20 MG
Pregnancy
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Can I take Pantop Tablet during pregnancy?
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Limited information is available on the use of Pantop Tablet in pregnancy, use only if prescribed by the doctor.
Breast Feeding
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Can I take Pantop Tablet while breastfeeding?
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Pantop Tablet can pass into breast milk. Avoid unless prescribed by the doctor.
Driving
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Can I drive if I have consumed Pantop Tablet?
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The medicine has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive and use machines. However, you may feel dizzy or experience visual disturbance after taking the medicine. Avoid driving.
Alcohol
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Can I consume alcohol with Pantop Tablet?
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No known interactions with alcohol, discuss with the doctor if you consume alcohol too often and accordingly, he may suggest to you what will work best for you. Alcohol consumption may be associated with acidity problem and long term consumption can lead to other complications.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
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You may have liver problems.
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You are taking painkiller medicines.
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You have a personal or family history of stomach cancer.
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You are taking medicines used to treat HIV.
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You may have weak and brittle bones (osteoporosis).
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You may have low levels of vitamin B12. Pantop Tablet reduces the absorption of vitamin B12 after a long term use ( longer than 3 years).
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You are on the medicine for more than three months, your blood magnesium levels may drop. The doctor may advise performing regular tests for the same.
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On exposure to the sun, you get rash on the skin, stop the treatment with Pantoprazole and inform the doctor as this may be a symptom of subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus (SCLE).
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You are supposed to do a blood test (Chromogranin A). The medicine may alter the results.
Mode of Action of Pantop 20 MG
How Does It Work?
The proton pump in the stomach is responsible for the secretion of stomach acids. Pantoprazole binds with proton pump in stomach cells, thus blocking acid secretion. It is used for excessive acidity.
Directions for Use of Pantop 20 MG
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Pantop Tablet should be taken as directed by the doctor.
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The medicine must be taken 1 hour before food, on an empty stomach.
Interactions of Pantop 20 MG
Interactions with other medicines
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Other medicines can affect the way Pantop Tablet works or the medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
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Inform the doctor about the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid possible interaction.
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Especially medicines for fungal infection, anti-HIV medicines, blood thinner medicines and medicines for cancer.
Storage and disposal of Pantop 20 MG
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Store at a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.
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Keep it out of reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Pantop 20 MG
Overdose
If you have taken too much of the medicine, seek medical help or call the doctor immediately.
Missed a Dose
If you have missed a dose of Pantop Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it’s time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with a regular dosing schedule. Avoid a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.
