Pantoprazole Gastro Resistant 40mg Tablets

About Pantoprazole Gastro Resistant 40mg Tablets

Pantoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) that reduces the amount of acid produced in the stomach. The gastro-resistant (enteric-coated) formulation ensures the tablet is not degraded by stomach acid and releases in the intestine.

🔠Typical Composition (per tablet):

… Uses / Indications:

• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

• Erosive esophagitis

• Duodenal and gastric ulcers

• Zollinger-Ellison syndrome (gastric acid hypersecretion)

• Maintenance therapy to prevent ulcer recurrence

• Adjunct in H. pylori eradication therapy

🊠Dosage & Administration:

• Usual adult dose: 40 mg once daily, before meals (preferably in the morning)

• In severe GERD or erosive esophagitis: May be continued for up to 8 weeks or as advised

• Do not crush or chew; swallow whole with water

±ï Onset & Duration:

• Onset of action: Within 2“3 hours

• Peak effect: 2.5 hours

• Duration of acid suppression: Up to 24 hours

šï Precautions:

• Use with caution in long-term therapy ” may cause:

  • Vitamin B12 deficiency

  • Magnesium deficiency (hypomagnesemia)

  • Osteoporosis-related fractures

• Not intended for immediate relief of heartburn

• Avoid use if allergic to any PPI

• Pregnancy & lactation: Use only if prescribed

🪠Possible Side Effects:

🔄 Drug Interactions:

• May decrease absorption of:

  • Ketoconazole, itraconazole, iron

• Can interact with:

  • Warfarin (monitor INR)

  • Methotrexate (high doses)

  • Clopidogrel (possible reduced effect)

🊠Storage:

• Store at room temperature, below 25C

• Keep away from moisture and direct sunlight

• Keep out of reach of children