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Pentaloc Benefits & Uses

Pentaloc 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

Pentaloc 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

Pentaloc Related Warnings

Is the use of Pentaloc safe for pregnant women?

Pentaloc is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Pentaloc safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Pentaloc. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pentaloc on the Kidneys?

Using Pentaloc does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Pentaloc on the Liver?

Pentaloc may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Pentaloc on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Pentaloc for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Pentaloc with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Atazanavir

Emtricitabine

Methotrexate

Nelfinavir

Moderate

Pentaloc Contraindications

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

Gastric Cancer
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Osteoporosis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Pentaloc

Is this Pentaloc habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Pentaloc has not been reported.

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 Pentaloc can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

There are no side effects of Pentaloc, so it is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Pentaloc cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Pentaloc Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pentaloc

Taking Pentaloc with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Pentaloc

Consuming Pentaloc with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Pentaloc

Question about 6 years ago

Is Pentaloc an antacid?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Pentaloc is not an antacid. It is proton pump inhibitor which reduce the excess acid in the stomach.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Pentaloc with levothyroxine?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Avoid taking Pentaloc 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Pentaloc works?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Pentaloc 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 over 5 years ago

Why Pentaloc is given along with vitamine B 12?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

This is because long-term use of Pentaloc 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 almost 6 years ago

Does Pentaloc cause stomach upset?

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

Yes, Pentaloc can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform and consult your doctor if you are having severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.