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Pantofeb Information

Pantofeb is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Pantofeb have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Pantofeb. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Pantofeb include Headache, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Pantofeb have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Pantofeb normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Pantofeb has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Pantofeb related warnings talks about Pantofeb's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Pantofeb is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Osteoporosis, Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions.

Drug interactions for Pantofeb have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Pantofeb is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Pantofeb Benefits & Uses
Pantofeb Dosage & How to Take
Pantofeb Side Effects
Pantofeb Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Pantofeb with Other Drugs
Pantofeb Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Pantofeb
Pantofeb Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Pantofeb Benefits & Uses

Pantofeb is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

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

Pantofeb 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: pantoprazole (40 mg) and domperidone (10 mg)
Adult	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: pantoprazole (40 mg) and domperidone (10 mg)
Geriatric	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: pantoprazole (40 mg) and domperidone (10 mg)

Pantofeb Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pantofeb is used -

Severe

Difficulty breathing
Arrhythimia

Common

Headache
Diarrhoea

Pantofeb Related Warnings

Is the use of Pantofeb safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Pantofeb. If you are pregnant, do not take Pantofeb without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Pantofeb safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Pantofeb may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Pantofeb should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Pantofeb on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Pantofeb. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pantofeb on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Pantofeb. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pantofeb on the Heart?

Pantofeb may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Pantofeb with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Tramadol

Methotrexate

Nelfinavir

Ketoconazole

Erythromycin

Moderate

Digoxin

Warfarin

Pantofeb Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Osteoporosis
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Pantofeb

Is this Pantofeb habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Pantofeb has not been reported.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Pantofeb as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Pantofeb is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Pantofeb cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Pantofeb Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pantofeb

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Pantofeb together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Pantofeb

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Pantofeb and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Pantofeb

Question about 6 years ago

What is Pantofeb?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Pantofeb is a brand name for domperidone. It is a prescription drug which belongs to the class of medication known as antiemetics (dopamine D2-receptor antagonist). It is mainly used for the treatment of nausea, vomiting, bloating and stomach fullness. It is also used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by certain medication used to treat Parkinson's disease.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Pantofeb cause diarrhoea?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Pantofeb has been reported to cause diarrhoea but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, discuss your doctor immediately without any further delay.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Pantofeb on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

No, Pantofeb should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Pantofeb safe to use?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Pantofeb is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as a headache, itching, and rash. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Pantofeb cause constipation?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Pantofeb can cause constipation. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.