Decreases stomach acid. Treats inflammation and ulcers of the esophagus caused by acid moving backwards from the stomach into the esophagus
Brand Names:
Protonix
Contraindications:
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to pantoprazole
Uses:
Delayed Release Tablet
Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to use and how often. Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to.
Swallow the tablet whole. Do not split, crush or chew the tablet.
Pantoprazole may be taken with or without food. It may be taken at the same time as antacids.
If a dose is missed:
Use your medicine as soon as possible unless it is almost time for your next dose.
Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next regular dose.
Do not use two doses at the same time.
Storage:
Store at room temperature in a closed container, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Keep this and all medicine out of the reach of children.
Special precautions:
Before taking, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to any medications. tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. tell your doctor if you have or have ever had heart failure or liver disease. tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking, call your doctor
Warnings:
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.
Side Effects:
Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
