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Pantapil Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer. Other than this, Pantapil Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Pantapil Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Pantapil Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Pantapil Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Pantapil Injection is Safe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Pantapil Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Pantapil Injection related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Pantapil Injection contraindications section.
Besides this, Pantapil Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Pantapil Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Pantapil Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of Pantapil Injection safe for pregnant women?
Pantapil is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Pantapil Injection safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Pantapil. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Pantapil Injection on the Kidneys?
Pantapil is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Pantapil Injection on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Pantapil on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Pantapil Injection on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Pantapil for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pantapil Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pantapil Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Pantapil Injection.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Pantapil Injection as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Pantapil Injection is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Pantapil Injection for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pantapil Injection
Taking Pantapil Injection with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pantapil Injection
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Pantapil Injection as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Pantapil 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.
No, you can not buy Pantapil over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Yes, Pantapil can be taken with sucralfate, take it at least 30 minutes before consuming sucralfate. If you experience any unwanted side effects after taking these two medicines at the same time then inform the doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
This is because long-term use of Pantapil can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acids which are required for the absorption of vitamin B12. Hence patients taking [medicine] for a long time have Vitamin B12 deficiency. To replenish Vitamin B12 in your body your doctor prescribes this vitamin along with this medicine.
Pantapil is not an antacid. It is proton pump inhibitor which reduce the excess acid in the stomach.
This medicine data has been created by -
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