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Pantonix 20 mg

Tablet

Generic: Pantoprazole

Incepta

Therapeutic Class: Proton Pump Inhibitor

Indications

Acidity, GERD, peptic ulcer.

Pharmacology

Pantoprazole is a substituted benzimidazole that suppresses gastric acid secretion by irreversibly inhibiting the hydrogen-potassium ATPase enzyme (the proton pump) of the gastric parietal cell.

Dosage & Administration

1 tablet daily before breakfast.

Side Effects

Headache, diarrhea.

Precautions & Warnings

Exclude gastric malignancy before treatment when alarm symptoms are present. Use with caution in severe liver impairment. Long-term use may lower magnesium and vitamin B12 levels and increase the risk of bone fracture. Use in pregnancy and breast-feeding only if advised by the physician.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to pantoprazole or other proton pump inhibitors.

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children.

This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine.

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