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P Zol Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, P Zol Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of P Zol Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, P Zol Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of P Zol Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, P Zol Injection's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on P Zol Injection related warnings talks about P Zol Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by P Zol Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, P Zol Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for P Zol Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
P Zol 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 P Zol Injection safe for pregnant women?
P Zol is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of P Zol Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of P Zol. If you see any side effects, stop taking P Zol immediately and talk to your doctor. Take P Zol again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of P Zol Injection on the Kidneys?
P Zol is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of P Zol Injection on the Liver?
P Zol has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of P Zol Injection on the Heart?
Using P Zol does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
P Zol Injection 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 P Zol Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this P Zol Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to P Zol Injection.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking P Zol Injection as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of P Zol Injection, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, P Zol Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and P Zol Injection
Taking P Zol Injection with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and P Zol Injection
Taking P Zol Injection with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
P Zol 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.
Avoid taking P Zol 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.
This is because long-term use of P Zol 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.
Yes, P Zol can cause diarrhea. However, diarrhea could be a sign of a contracted infection too. If you experience severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine, inform the doctor light away without further delay.
Yes, P Zol helps in the preventing and healing the ulcer. It is one of the main uses of this drug. However, your doctor may also suggest other medicines to heal stomach ulcers completely.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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