Pansec is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Infusion, Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer. Secondary and off-label uses of Pansec have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Pansec. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Pansec have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Pansec are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Pansec's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Pansec has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Pansec related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Pansec contraindications section.
Additionally, Pansec may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Pansec is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Pansec 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pansec is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Pansec safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Pansec without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Pansec safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Pansec. If you see any side effects, stop taking Pansec immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Pansec again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Pansec on the Kidneys?
Pansec is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Pansec on the Liver?
Side effects of Pansec rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Pansec on the Heart?
Pansec is not harmful for the heart.
Pansec 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 Pansec unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pansec habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Pansec has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Pansec, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Pansec can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Pansec is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Pansec is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pansec
It is safe to take Pansec with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pansec
Consuming Pansec with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Pansec helps in the preventing and healing the ulcer. It is one of the main uses of this drug. However, your doctor may also suggest other medicines to heal stomach ulcers completely.
Avoid taking Pansec 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.
Pansec is a brand name of pantoprazole. It is a prescription medicine that belongs to the class of drug called proton pump inhibitor (PPI). It is mainly used for the short-term treatment of peptic ulcer, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GRED), Zollinger Ellison syndrome and other acidity related stomach problems. It is also used for the treatment of duodenal ulcer and heartburn.
Yes, Pansec 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.
Discontinuation of Pansec 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.
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