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Pantin L. V is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer. Secondary and off-label uses of Pantin L. V have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Pantin L. V depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Pantin L. V can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Pantin L. V are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Pantin L. V's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Pantin L. V related warnings talks about Pantin L. V's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Pantin L. V are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Pantin L. V may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Pantin L. V is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Pantin L. V 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 Pantin L. V safe for pregnant women?
Pantin LV is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Pantin L. V safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Pantin LV. If you see any side effects, stop taking Pantin LV immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Pantin LV again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Pantin L. V on the Kidneys?
Pantin LV is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Pantin L. V on the Liver?
Pantin LV is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Pantin L. V on the Heart?
Using Pantin LV does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Pantin L. V 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 Pantin L. V unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pantin L. V habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Pantin L. V.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Pantin L. V. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Pantin L. V is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Pantin L. V is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pantin L. V
Taking Pantin L. V with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pantin L. V
Taking Pantin L. V with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Rarely Pantin LV causes weight gain or loss. However, If you feel your weight is fluctuating after taking this medicine then inform the doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
This is because long-term use of Pantin LV 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.
Pantin LV 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.
Avoid taking Pantin LV 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.
Yes, Pantin LV 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
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
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 984-986