Pantacare 40mg Tablet

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About this product

Overview

Pantacare 40mg Tablet contains the active ingredient pantoprazole, which belongs to a class of medications known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). Pantoprazole works by blocking the action of proton pumps in the stomach lining, thereby reducing the production of stomach acid. This helps alleviate symptoms associated with conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), peptic ulcers, and other acid-related disorders.

Key Ingredient

  • Pantoprazole: Pantoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) used to reduce the production of stomach acid. It is effective in treating conditions such as GERD, peptic ulcers, erosive esophagitis, and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome by suppressing acid secretion in the stomach.

Uses

Pantacare 40mg Tablet is prescribed for the following purposes:

  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD): It is used to relieve symptoms of GERD, including heartburn, acid reflux, and regurgitation of stomach contents into the esophagus.
  • Peptic Ulcers: Pantoprazole helps heal and prevent recurrence of peptic ulcers (stomach ulcers and duodenal ulcers) by reducing gastric acid production and promoting ulcer healing.
  • Erosive Esophagitis: It is indicated for the treatment of erosive esophagitis, a condition characterized by inflammation and erosion of the lining of the esophagus caused by stomach acid.
  • Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome: Pantoprazole may be prescribed to manage excessive stomach acid production associated with Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, a rare disorder characterized by tumors in the pancreas or duodenum that cause overproduction of gastrin hormone.

Directions for Use

  • Take Pantacare 40mg Tablet orally once daily, preferably in the morning before a meal, or as directed by your healthcare provider.
  • Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water; do not crush, chew, or break it.
  • It is important to continue taking the medication regularly for the prescribed duration, even if symptoms improve.
  • If you are taking Pantacare for peptic ulcers, your healthcare provider may recommend a longer course of treatment to ensure complete healing.

Precautions

  • Inform your healthcare provider about any existing medical conditions, allergies, or medications you are currently taking, including over-the-counter drugs and supplements.
  • Long-term use of pantoprazole may be associated with an increased risk of certain side effects, including osteoporosis-related fractures, vitamin B12 deficiency, and gastrointestinal infections.
  • Your healthcare provider may monitor your kidney function and magnesium levels periodically during treatment with pantoprazole, especially if you have pre-existing kidney disease or are taking other medications that affect kidney function.
  • Pantoprazole may interact with certain medications, such as warfarin, digoxin, and antiretroviral drugs, so it is important to discuss potential drug interactions with your healthcare provider.

This information is for general awareness only. It does not replace advice from your doctor or pharmacist. Always read the leaflet and follow the directions you were given.

Substitutes for Pantacare 40mg Tablet

These medicines contain the same salt as Pantacare 40mg Tablet (Pantoprazole 40mg), so they are common substitutes. Compare their prices, and change brands only after checking with your doctor or pharmacist.

MedicineManufacturerPackPrice
Glovar 40mg TabletOlive Laboratories14sRs 239.96
Gastasid 40mg TabletAspin Pharma14sRs 273.49
Filixzole 40mg TabletFilix Pharmaceutical14 tabletsRs 276
Pansi 40mg TabletCurem Health Care14 tabletsRs 303
Lesprot 40mg TabletNabiqasim Industries14 tabletsRs 323.13
Neupanto 40mg TabletNeutro Pharma14 tabletsRs 338.66
Panizox 40mg TabletContinental Pharmaceuticals14 tabletsRs 349
Pepfas 40mg TabletFassgen Pharmaceuticals14 tabletsRs 385

Other strengths of Pantoprazole

MedicineManufacturerStrengthPrice
Panizox 20mg TabletContinental Pharmaceuticals20mgRs 79.94
Gastasid 20mg TabletAspin Pharma20mgRs 153.15
Zentro 20 Mg TabletsBosch Pharmaceuticals20mgRs 210
Zentro 20mg TabletBosch Pharmaceuticals20mgRs 227

See all brands and prices on our Pantoprazole page.

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