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Zap Benefits & Uses

Zap is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
GERD
Peptic Ulcer (Read More - Gentle and Natural: Best Home Remedies for Stomach Ulcers)
Heartburn (Read More - Home Remedies for Heartburn: Natural Ways to Alleviate Discomfort)

Other Benefits

Zap Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 8 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Acidity Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Acidity Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Zap Related Warnings

Is the use of Zap safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Zap without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Zap safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Zap. Immediately discontinue Zap if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Zap on the Kidneys?

Using Zap does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Zap on the Liver?

Zap may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Zap on the Heart?

Using Zap does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Zap with Other Drugs

Zap should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Atazanavir

Emtricitabine

Methotrexate

Nelfinavir

Moderate

Zap Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zap unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Gastric Cancer
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Osteoporosis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Zap

Is this Zap habit forming or addictive?

Zap is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Zap. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Zap does not show any kind of adverse effect.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Zap cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Zap Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zap

You can take Zap with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Zap

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Zap as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Zap

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Zap with zantac?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zap can be taken with Zantac. Both medicines work by reducing the acid secretion in the stomach which helps in relieving acidity. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Zap?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Zap is a brand name of pantoprazole. It is a prescription medicine that belongs to the class of drug called proton pump inhibitor (PPI). It is mainly used for the short-term treatment of peptic ulcer, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GRED), Zollinger Ellison syndrome and other acidity related stomach problems. It is also used for the treatment of duodenal ulcer and heartburn.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Zap and omeprazole same?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Zap and omeprazole is the same. Both are proton pump inhibitor and used to treat hyperacidity and ulcer.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Zap with levothyroxine?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Avoid taking Zap with levothyroxine because it delays the absorption of levothyroxine and also effects the efficacy of levothyroxine. Please seek guidance from your doctor regarding taking these two medicines together.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Zap works?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Zap works by blocking the action of the enzyme in the wall of a stomach which is responsible for acid production in the stomach. By blocking the enzyme, the production of acid is decreased, and this helps to relieve the stomach from acidity, heartburn, GERD, stomach ulcer and other acidity related stomach problem.