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Pantafol 40 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer. Secondary and off-label uses of Pantafol 40 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Pantafol 40 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Pantafol 40 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Pantafol 40 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Pantafol 40 Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Pantafol 40 Tablet related warnings talks about Pantafol 40 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Pantafol 40 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Pantafol 40 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Pantafol 40 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Pantafol 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 Pantafol 40 Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Pantafol 40 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pantafol is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Pantafol 40 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Pantafol may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Pantafol, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Pantafol.
What is the effect of Pantafol 40 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Pantafol on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Pantafol 40 Tablet on the Liver?
Pantafol has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Pantafol 40 Tablet on the Heart?
Pantafol is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pantafol 40 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pantafol 40 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Pantafol 40 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Pantafol 40 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Pantafol 40 Tablet does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Pantafol 40 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Pantafol 40 Tablet
Taking Pantafol 40 Tablet with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pantafol 40 Tablet
Consumption of alcohol and Pantafol 40 Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.
Pantafol is not an antacid. It is proton pump inhibitor which reduce the excess acid in the stomach.
Pantafol 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.
Avoid taking Pantafol 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.
Pantafol 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.
Yes, Pantafol 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