Pantoprazole

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 wks Children (5 years and older) ≥ 15 kg to < 40 kg 20 mg Once Daily for up to 8 wks ≥ 40 kg 40 mg Maintenance of Healing of Erosive Esophagitis ( 2.

Important warnings

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • 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?