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Zanpan is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer are some of its major therapeutic uses. Zanpan also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Zanpan depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Zanpan have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Zanpan 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.
Zanpan's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Zanpan has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Zanpan related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Zanpan are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Zanpan may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Zanpan is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Zanpan 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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Zanpan safe for pregnant women?
Zanpan is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Zanpan safe during breastfeeding?
Zanpan 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 Zanpan on the Kidneys?
Zanpan is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Zanpan on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Zanpan on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Zanpan on the Heart?
Zanpan is not harmful for the heart.
Zanpan 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 Zanpan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zanpan habit forming or addictive?
Zanpan does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Zanpan you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Zanpan is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Zanpan cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Zanpan
Taking Zanpan with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zanpan
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Zanpan as it can have severe side effects.
Rarely Zanpan 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 Zanpan 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.
No, you can not buy Zanpan over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Yes, Zanpan 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.
Yes, Zanpan 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.
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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
