Pantaz: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Pantaz Benefits & Uses

Pantaz is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
GERD
Peptic Ulcer (Read More - Gentle and Natural: Best Home Remedies for Stomach Ulcers)
Heartburn (Read More - Home Remedies for Heartburn: Natural Ways to Alleviate Discomfort)

Other Benefits

Pantaz 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
Adult	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 8 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Acidity Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Acidity Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Pantaz Related Warnings

Is the use of Pantaz safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Pantaz safely.

Safe
Is the use of Pantaz safe during breastfeeding?

Pantaz 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pantaz on the Kidneys?

Pantaz is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Pantaz on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Pantaz on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Pantaz on the Heart?

You can take Pantaz without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Pantaz with Other Drugs

Pantaz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Atazanavir

Emtricitabine

Methotrexate

Nelfinavir

Moderate

Pantaz Contraindications

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

Gastric Cancer
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Osteoporosis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Pantaz

Is this Pantaz habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Pantaz.

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

After taking Pantaz you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Pantaz does not show any kind of adverse effect.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Pantaz in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Pantaz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pantaz

Taking Pantaz with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Pantaz

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Pantaz as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Pantaz

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Pantaz?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Pantaz 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Pantaz with sucralfate?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Pantaz 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Why Pantaz is given along with vitamine B 12?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

This is because long-term use of Pantaz 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

Does Pantaz heal ulcer?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Pantaz 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Pantaz over the counter drug?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Pantaz 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.