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Glanpan Tablet Benefits & Uses

Glanpan Tablet 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

Glanpan Tablet 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

Glanpan Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Glanpan Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Glanpan safely.

Safe
Is the use of Glanpan Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Glanpan. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Glanpan Tablet on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Glanpan on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Glanpan Tablet on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Glanpan Tablet on the Heart?

Glanpan is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Glanpan Tablet with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Atazanavir

Emtricitabine

Methotrexate

Nelfinavir

Moderate

Glanpan Tablet Contraindications

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

Gastric Cancer
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Osteoporosis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Glanpan Tablet

Is this Glanpan Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Glanpan Tablet is addictive.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

There are no side effects of Glanpan Tablet, so it is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Glanpan Tablet for mental disorders.

No

Glanpan Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Glanpan Tablet

Taking Glanpan Tablet with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Glanpan Tablet

Taking alcohol with Glanpan Tablet can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Glanpan Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Why Glanpan is given along with vitamine B 12?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

This is because long-term use of Glanpan 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Glanpan?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Glanpan 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 almost 6 years ago

How does Glanpan works?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Glanpan 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Glanpan cause stomach upset?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Glanpan can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform and consult your doctor if you are having severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Glanpan on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Om Shah MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuation of Glanpan on your own can cause rebound effects. So, it advisable to take this drug as directed by the doctor and do not discontinue medicine on your own.