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Zanpan is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer are some of its major therapeutic uses. Zanpan also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Zanpan depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Zanpan have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Zanpan 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.
Zanpan's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Zanpan has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Zanpan related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Zanpan are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Zanpan may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Zanpan is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Zanpan 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 Zanpan is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Zanpan safe for pregnant women?
Zanpan is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Zanpan safe during breastfeeding?
Zanpan 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.
What is the effect of Zanpan on the Kidneys?
Zanpan is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Zanpan on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Zanpan on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Zanpan on the Heart?
Zanpan is not harmful for the heart.
Zanpan 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 Zanpan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zanpan habit forming or addictive?
Zanpan does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Zanpan you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Zanpan is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Zanpan cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Zanpan
Taking Zanpan with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zanpan
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Zanpan as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Zanpan is safe to use, if taken a prescribed amount and duration as advised by your doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as stomach upset, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, vomiting, and joint pain. If you experience any of the above- mentioned side effects after taking medicine then immediately consult your doctor follow his/her instruction.
Discontinuation of Zanpan 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, Zanpan can be taken with Zantac. Both medicines work by reducing the acid secretion in the stomach which helps in relieving acidity. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Zanpan 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.
Zanpan 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience