Pantoprazole Sodium Delayed-Release
Also sold as Pantoprazole sodium delayed-release
Medicine summary · from official FDA labels · Oct 19, 2026
What it’s used for
Pantoprazole sodium delayed-release tablets are indicated for: Pantoprazole sodium is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) indicated for the following: Short-Term Treatment of Erosive Esophagitis Associated with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) ( 1. 1 ) Maintenance of Healing of Erosive Esophagitis ( 1.
How to take it
Indication Dose Frequency Short-Term Treatment of Erosive Esophagitis Associated With GERD (2. 1) Adults 40 mg Once Daily for up to 8 weeks Children (5 years and older) ≥15 kg to < 40 kg 20 mg Once Daily for up to 8 weeks ≥ 40 kg 40 mg Maintenance of Healing of Erosive Esophagitis (2.
Important warnings
Gastric Malignancy: In adults, symptomatic response does not preclude presence of gastric malignancy. Consider additional follow-up and diagnostic testing.
Common side effects
The following serious adverse reactions are described below and elsewhere in labeling: Acute Tubulointerstitial Nephritis [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5. 2 )] Clostridium difficile -Associated Diarrhea [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.
Interactions
Table 4 includes drugs with clinically important drug interactions and interaction with diagnostics when administered concomitantly with pantoprazole sodium and instructions for preventing or managing them.
If pregnant or breastfeeding
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Forms & strengths
20 MG Delayed Release Oral Tablet · 40 MG Injection · 40 MG Delayed Release Oral Tablet
Questions to ask your doctor or pharmacist
- Is this the right medicine for my condition, and how long should I take it?
- What side effects should I watch for, and which need urgent attention?
- Does this interact with my other medicines, supplements, or alcohol?
- What should I do if I miss a dose or take too much?