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Pantez Benefits & Uses

Pantez is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
GERD
Peptic Ulcer (Read More - Gentle and Natural: Best Home Remedies for Stomach Ulcers)
Heartburn (Read More - Home Remedies for Heartburn: Natural Ways to Alleviate Discomfort)

Other Benefits

Pantez Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 8 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Acidity Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Acidity Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Pantez Related Warnings

Is the use of Pantez safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Pantez without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Pantez safe during breastfeeding?

Pantez may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Pantez, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Pantez.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pantez on the Kidneys?

Pantez is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Pantez on the Liver?

Pantez has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Pantez on the Heart?

Pantez is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Pantez with Other Drugs

Pantez should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Atazanavir

Emtricitabine

Methotrexate

Nelfinavir

Moderate

Pantez Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pantez unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Gastric Cancer
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Osteoporosis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Pantez

Is this Pantez habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Pantez is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Pantez can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, the use of Pantez is considered safe.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Pantez for mental disorders.

No

Pantez Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pantez

Taking Pantez with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Pantez

Consumption of alcohol and Pantez together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Pantez

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Pantez with sucralfate?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Pantez can be taken with sucralfate, take it at least 30 minutes before consuming sucralfate. If you experience any unwanted side effects after taking these two medicines at the same time then inform the doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Pantez works?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Pantez 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Pantez?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Pantez 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Why Pantez is given along with vitamine B 12?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

This is because long-term use of Pantez 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Pantez heal ulcer?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Pantez 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.