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Pancruz is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection, Capsule, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer. The alternative uses of Pancruz have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Pancruz. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Pancruz have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Pancruz are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Pancruz has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Pancruz has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Pancruz related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Pancruz contraindications section.
Additionally, Pancruz may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Pancruz is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Pancruz 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 Pancruz safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Pancruz in pregnant women.
Is the use of Pancruz safe during breastfeeding?
Pancruz can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Pancruz on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Pancruz on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Pancruz on the Liver?
Pancruz is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Pancruz on the Heart?
Pancruz is completely safe for the heart.
Pancruz 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 Pancruz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pancruz habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Pancruz.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Pancruz. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Pancruz is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Pancruz for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pancruz
You can take Pancruz with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pancruz
Consumption of alcohol and Pancruz together may have severe effects on your health.
Discontinuation of Pancruz 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.
Yes, Pancruz and omeprazole is the same. Both are proton pump inhibitor and used to treat hyperacidity and ulcer.
Avoid taking Pancruz 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 Pancruz 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.
Pancruz is not an antacid. It is proton pump inhibitor which reduce the excess acid in the stomach.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Protonix (pantoprazole sodium)
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