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Pat is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer are some of its major therapeutic uses. Pat also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Pat. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Pat have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Pat go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Pat is Safe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Pat's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Pat related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Pat are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Pat with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Pat is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Pat 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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Is the use of Pat safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Pat safely.
Is the use of Pat safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Pat. Immediately discontinue Pat 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 Pat on the Kidneys?
Pat does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Pat on the Liver?
Pat is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Pat on the Heart?
Using Pat does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Pat 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 Pat unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pat habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Pat has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Pat can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Pat is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Pat cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Pat
Taking Pat with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pat
Taking alcohol with Pat can be dangerous.
Avoid taking Pat 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.
Discontinuation of Pat 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, Pat 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.
No, you can not buy Pat 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.
Take Pat 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.
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