Pfd-Plus: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Pfd-Plus Benefits & Uses

Pfd-Plus 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)

Pfd-Plus 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)

Pfd-Plus Side Effects

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

Severe

Difficulty breathing
Arrhythimia

Common

Headache
Diarrhoea

Pfd-Plus Related Warnings

Is the use of Pfd-Plus safe for pregnant women?

Pfd-Plus should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Pfd-Plus safe during breastfeeding?

Pfd-Plus may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Pfd-Plus on the Kidneys?

Pfd-Plus can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pfd-Plus on the Liver?

Pfd-Plus can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pfd-Plus on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Pfd-Plus on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Pfd-Plus with Other Drugs

Pfd-Plus 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

Pfd-Plus Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Osteoporosis
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Pfd-Plus

Is this Pfd-Plus habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Pfd-Plus.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Pfd-Plus. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Pfd-Plus is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, the use of Pfd-Plus in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Pfd-Plus Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pfd-Plus

There is no information on the effects of taking Pfd-Plus with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Pfd-Plus

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Pfd-Plus with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Pfd-Plus

Question about 6 years ago

How does Pfd-Plus works?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Pfd-Plus 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 Pfd-Plus is given along with vitamine B 12?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

This is because long-term use of Pfd-Plus 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 over 5 years ago

Is Pfd-Plus and omeprazole same?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Pfd-Plus and omeprazole is the same. Both are proton pump inhibitor and used to treat hyperacidity and ulcer.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to use Pfd-Plus?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Pfd-Plus 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Pfd-Plus?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Take Pfd-Plus as long as your doctor has recommended you to take it. Do not exceed the prescribed dose. Consult your doctor if there is no symptomatic relief.