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Prevpan is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Prevpan depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Prevpan 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 Prevpan safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Prevpan without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Prevpan safe during breastfeeding?
Prevpan may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Prevpan , discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Prevpan .
What is the effect of Prevpan on the Kidneys?
Using Prevpan does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Prevpan on the Liver?
Prevpan is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Prevpan on the Heart?
Prevpan is completely safe for the heart.
Prevpan 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 Prevpan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Prevpan habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Prevpan has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Prevpan you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Prevpan does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Prevpan is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Prevpan
It is safe to take Prevpan with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Prevpan
Taking alcohol with Prevpan can be dangerous.
Yes, Prevpan can be taken with Zantac. Both medicines work by reducing the acid secretion in the stomach which helps in relieving acidity. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Avoid taking Prevpan 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.
Prevpan 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.
Prevpan 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.
Yes, Prevpan can cause diarrhea. However, diarrhea could be a sign of a contracted infection too. If you experience severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine, inform the doctor light away without further delay.
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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
