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

Ponta Benefits & Uses

Ponta 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

Ponta 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: Zollinger Ellison syndrome Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 80 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Zollinger Ellison syndrome Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 80 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Ponta Related Warnings

Is the use of Ponta safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Ponta without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Ponta safe during breastfeeding?

Ponta 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 Ponta on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Ponta on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Ponta on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Ponta on the Heart?

Ponta is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Ponta with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Atazanavir

Emtricitabine

Methotrexate

Nelfinavir

Moderate

Ponta Contraindications

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

Gastric Cancer
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Osteoporosis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Ponta

Is this Ponta habit forming or addictive?

Ponta does not cause addiction.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Ponta. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, the use of Ponta is considered safe.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Ponta cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Ponta Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ponta

Taking Ponta with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ponta

Taking alcohol with Ponta can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Ponta

Question over 5 years ago

Does Ponta heal ulcer?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Ponta 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 Ponta over the counter drug?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Ponta 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to use Ponta?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Ponta should be taken 30 - 60 minute before taking any meal. Preferably it should be taken once a day in the morning before breakfast. However, some patient may require to take it twice a day, in this case, 1 tablet should be taken in the morning and 1 tablet in the evening before the meal as directed by the doctor. You are recommended to consult your doctor regarding the exact dosage regime of medicine and follow his/her instruction.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Ponta without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Ponta is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Ponta with levothyroxine?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Avoid taking Ponta 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.