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Nexpan is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer. The alternative uses of Nexpan have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Nexpan. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Nexpan have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Nexpan 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.
Nexpan's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Nexpan related warnings talks about Nexpan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Nexpan contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Nexpan have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Nexpan, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Nexpan 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 Nexpan safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Nexpan in pregnant women.
Is the use of Nexpan safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Nexpan. Immediately discontinue Nexpan if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Nexpan on the Kidneys?
Nexpan does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Nexpan on the Liver?
Nexpan may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Nexpan on the Heart?
Nexpan is not harmful for the heart.
Nexpan 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 Nexpan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nexpan habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Nexpan has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Nexpan as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Nexpan, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Nexpan is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Nexpan
Taking Nexpan with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nexpan
Consuming Nexpan with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Nexpan is not an antacid. It is proton pump inhibitor which reduce the excess acid in the stomach.
This is because long-term use of Nexpan 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.
Nexpan 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, Nexpan can be taken with sucralfate, take it at least 30 minutes before consuming sucralfate. If you experience any unwanted side effects after taking these two medicines at the same time then inform the doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Rarely Nexpan 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 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