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Protonil Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer. Protonil Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Protonil Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Protonil Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Protonil Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Protonil Injection has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Protonil Injection related warnings talks about Protonil Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Protonil Injection contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Protonil Injection have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Protonil Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Protonil Injection 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
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Is the use of Protonil Injection safe for pregnant women?
Protonil is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Protonil Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Protonil may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Protonil, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Protonil.
What is the effect of Protonil Injection on the Kidneys?
Protonil is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Protonil Injection on the Liver?
Side effects of Protonil rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Protonil Injection on the Heart?
Protonil is not harmful for the heart.
Protonil Injection 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 Protonil Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Protonil Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Protonil Injection.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Protonil Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Protonil Injection is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Protonil Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Protonil Injection
You can take Protonil Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Protonil Injection
Consumption of alcohol and Protonil Injection together may have severe effects on your health.
Protonil 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, Protonil causes bloating. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience unpleasant effects after consuming this drug then inform to doctor right away without further delay.
Discontinuation of Protonil 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.
Yes, Protonil and omeprazole is the same. Both are proton pump inhibitor and used to treat hyperacidity and ulcer.
Yes, Protonil 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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