Pankai 40 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer. Other than this, Pankai 40 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Pankai 40 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Pankai 40 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Pankai 40 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Pankai 40 Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Pankai 40 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Pankai 40 Tablet related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Pankai 40 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Pankai 40 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Pankai 40 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Pankai 40 Tablet 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pankai 40 Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Pankai 40 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pankai is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Pankai 40 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Pankai. If you see any side effects, stop taking Pankai immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Pankai again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Pankai 40 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Pankai does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Pankai 40 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Pankai rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Pankai 40 Tablet on the Heart?
Using Pankai does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Pankai 40 Tablet 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 Pankai 40 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pankai 40 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Pankai 40 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Pankai 40 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Pankai 40 Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Pankai 40 Tablet does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Pankai 40 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Pankai 40 Tablet
You can take Pankai 40 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pankai 40 Tablet
Taking Pankai 40 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This is because long-term use of Pankai 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.
Take Pankai 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.
Yes, Pankai is safe to use, if taken a prescribed amount and duration as advised by your doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as stomach upset, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, vomiting, and joint pain. If you experience any of the above- mentioned side effects after taking medicine then immediately consult your doctor follow his/her instruction.
Pankai 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.
Pankai 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.
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