Pantover 20 mg (Tablet (Enteric Coated))

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Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Pantoprazole sodium
Company	Veritas pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as	Pantover 40 mg injection

Indications

Peptic ulcer diseases
Gastroesophageal reflux diseases
Ulcer induced by non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
Eradication of Helicobacter pylori (in combination with antibiotics)
Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome

Pharmacology

Proton pump inhibitor that suppresses the final step in gastric acid production by binding to the H+/K+ATPase enzyme system

Dosage & Administration

40 mg daily for benign gastric ulcer
20-40 mg daily for gastro-esophageal reflux disease
40 mg daily for duodenal ulcer
40 mg twice daily with antimicrobial agents for duodenal ulcer associated with Helicobacter pylori
20 mg daily for prophylaxis of NSAID-associated gastric or duodenal ulcer
Initially 80 mg once daily for Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome, adjusted according to response
40 mg once daily for duodenal ulcer and gastric ulcer, associated gastroesophageal reflux disease, and prevention of rebleeding in peptic ulcer via IV injection

Interaction

No significant drug interactions observed in clinical studies

Contraindications

Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any of the components of the formulation

Side Effects

Well tolerated in both short-term and long-term treatment
Common side effects include headache and diarrhea
Rare side effects include abdominal pain, flatulence, rash, insomnia, and hyperglycemia

Pregnancy & Lactation

US FDA Pregnancy Category B, excreted in human milk, use during pregnancy only if clearly needed

Precautions & Warnings

Tablet should not be split, chewed, or crushed
Long-term therapy may lead to malabsorption of cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) and increase the risk of osteoporosis related disorders

Overdose Effects

No known symptoms of overdosage in humans, not readily dialyzable

Therapeutic Class

Proton Pump Inhibitor

Reconstitution

IV injection should be given as a slow intravenous injection
IV infusion should be given over a period of approximately 15 minutes
Reconstituted solution may be stored at room temperature for a maximum of 4 hours

Storage Conditions

Keep in a dry place, away from light and heat, keep out of the reach of children

Chemical Structure

Molecular Formula: C16H15F2N3O4S
Chemical Structure Image: https://medex.com.bd/storage/res/g-res-859-pantoprazole-sodium-chemical-structure-cnfmhAVGwpLzfJYlfu9P.svg

Common Questions about Pantover 20 mg Tablet

Used to treat Peptic ulcer diseases, GERD, Ulcer induced by NSAIDs, Eradication of Helicobacter pylori, Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome
To be taken till improvement in health conditions
Should be taken prior to the meal, approximately 30 minutes before it
Should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging
May increase the risk for bone fractures, especially with longer use, higher doses in older adults
First improvement within 2 to 3 days, proper working may take up to 4 weeks
Relatively safe, advised to consult the doctor before consuming
In rare cases, can cause weight gain
May have side effects such as headache, diarrhea, constipation, and allergic reaction
Not a serious issue for pregnant or breastfeeding person, advised not to take medicine unless prescribed by doctor
If missed, take as soon as remembered; if close to next dose, skip missed dose and take regular dose at the regular time