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Pangard Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer. Pangard Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Pangard Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Pangard Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Pangard Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Pangard Injection's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Pangard Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Pangard Injection related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Pangard Injection contraindications section.
Besides this, Pangard Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Pangard Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Pangard 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 Pangard Injection safe for pregnant women?
Pangard is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Pangard Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Pangard. If you see any side effects, stop taking Pangard immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Pangard again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Pangard Injection on the Kidneys?
Using Pangard does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Pangard Injection on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Pangard on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Pangard Injection on the Heart?
Pangard is not harmful for the heart.
Pangard 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 Pangard Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pangard Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Pangard Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Pangard Injection as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Pangard Injection is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Pangard Injection in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Pangard Injection
Taking Pangard Injection with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pangard Injection
Consuming Pangard Injection with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Pangard causes bloating. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience unpleasant effects after consuming this drug then inform to doctor right away without further delay.
Pangard 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.
Avoid taking Pangard 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.
Pangard 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.
Pangard 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.
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)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 653
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