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Pantom Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer. Secondary and off-label uses of Pantom Tablet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Pantom Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Pantom Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Pantom Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Pantom Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Pantom Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Pantom Tablet related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Pantom Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Pantom Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Pantom Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Pantom 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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Is the use of Pantom Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pantom is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Pantom Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Pantom can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Pantom Tablet on the Kidneys?
Pantom is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Pantom Tablet on the Liver?
Pantom is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Pantom Tablet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Pantom for the heart.
Pantom 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 Pantom Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pantom Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Pantom Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Pantom Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Pantom Tablet does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Pantom Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pantom Tablet
Taking Pantom Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pantom Tablet
Taking Pantom Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Pantom 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.
Yes, Pantom 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.
Discontinuation of Pantom on your own can cause rebound effects. So, it advisable to take this drug as directed by the doctor and do not discontinue medicine on your own.
Avoid taking Pantom 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.
Pantom 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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