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Assuag is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Assuag depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Assuag 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Assuag safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Assuag in pregnant women.
Is the use of Assuag safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Assuag. Immediately discontinue Assuag if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Assuag on the Kidneys?
Assuag is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Assuag on the Liver?
Assuag may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Assuag on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Assuag for the heart.
Assuag should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Assuag unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Assuag habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Assuag has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Assuag, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Assuag can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Assuag is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Assuag is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Assuag
You can take Assuag with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Assuag
Taking alcohol with Assuag can be dangerous.
Assuag is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Assuag 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.
Assuag should be taken 30 - 60 minute before taking any meal. Preferably it should be taken once a day in the morning before breakfast. However, some patient may require to take it twice a day, in this case, 1 tablet should be taken in the morning and 1 tablet in the evening before the meal as directed by the doctor. You are recommended to consult your doctor regarding the exact dosage regime of medicine and follow his/her instruction.
Avoid taking Assuag 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.
Take Assuag as long as your doctor has recommended you to take it. Do not exceed the prescribed dose. Consult your doctor if there is no symptomatic relief.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Protonix (pantoprazole sodium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 653
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 984-986
