Pantocid 20mg

Pantocid 20 tablets contain Pantocidtoprazole, a substituted benzimidazole that inhibits the secretion of HCL in the stomach by specific action of the proton pumps of the parietal cells. Pantocid is an acid reducer that lowers the natural acid production in the stomach.

What is Pantocid 20 mg used for?

It is used for:

• Short-term treatment of erosive esophagitis related to Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
• Maintenance of healing of erosive esophagitis
• Pathological hypersecretory conditions including Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome

How does Pantocid 20 mg work?

Pantocid contains Pantocidtoprazole, a proton pump inhibitor that inhibits gastric acid secretion. Pantocidtoprazole inhibits specifically and doses proportionally H, K+ ATPase, an enzyme, which is responsible for the secretion of gastric acid in the parietal cells of the stomach. The drug works by reducing the amount of acid produced in the stomach.

What does Pantocid 20 mg contain?

The active ingredient is Pantocidtoprazole. Each gastro-resistant Pantocid tablet contains 20 mg of Pantocidtoprazole.

When should Pantocid 20 mg not be used?

It should not be used in patients with hypersensitivity to any component of the formulation or to other proton pump inhibitors.

How should Pantocid be taken?

• You can take Pantocid tablets with food or an empty stomach. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass full of water.
• If you have difficulty swallowing a Pantocid 40 mg tablet, you can take two 20 mg tablets instead. Do not crush or chew the tablet.
• Short-term treatment of erosive esophagitis related to GERD:The recommended dosage for adults is 40 mg once daily for up to 8 weeks

1. Children (≥ 15 kg to < 40 kg): The recommended dosage is 20 mg once daily for 8 weeks
2. Children (≥ 40 kg): 40 mg): 40 mg is the preferred dosage

• Maintenance of healing of erosive esophagitis: The recommended dosage for adults is 40 mg once daily.
• Zollinger syndrome: 40 mg twice daily is the suggested dosage for adults.
• Never stop the dosage or change the dosage without your physician's advice as it may cause adverse reactions or withdrawal symptoms.
• Take the medicine regularly to get the best results.
• In case you accidentally take an overdose of the drug, then immediately contact your physician in case you feel any discomfort. Use the medicines regularly and wisely to avoid an overdose of the drug.
• The dosage regimen may differ from the information contained in this document. In the case of any confusion, please talk to your physician.

What are the side effects of Pantocid 20 mg?

Pantocid, just like many other drugs, may also show some side effects. The side effects may vary from being very mild to severe. Here are a few common side effects of this drug:

• Diarrhea
• Anxiety
• Weakness
• Fluctuation in weight
• Joint pain
• Insomnia
• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Confusion
• Trouble concentrating
• Memory loss
• Feeling of choking
• Nervousness
• Seizures
• Trouble breathing
• Stomach pain
• Swelling of the ankles, hands, and feets

The side effects should not disturb you or prevent you from taking the drug beforehand. In case you take the drug and are feeling any of the  above-mentioned side effects then you must visit your physician immediately.

How long should you take Pantocid 20 mg?

Continue taking it for as long as your physician recommends. Take your medicine at the same time each day as this will help you to remember to take it regularly. If you have trouble remembering your doses, ask your physician for some tips.

Missed dose of Pantocid 20mg

In the case of miss a dose do not Pantocidic and take the dose as soon as you remember, but if it is less 12 hours left for the dose of this drug then leave the missed dose and take the next dose at the correct time.

How should Pantocid 20 mg be stored?

• Keep the drug away from heat and moisture.
• Place it away from the reach of children.
• Do not store it in the bathroom or near a sink.