These drugs are:. Some people taking warfarin with pantoprazole can experience increases in INR and prothrombin time PT. This can lead to an increased risk of severe bleeding.
Pantoprazole affects stomach acid levels. This effect can make these drugs less effective. Taking methotrexate with pantoprazole may increase the amount of methotrexate in your body. However, because drugs interact differently in each person, we cannot guarantee that this information includes all possible interactions.
Symptoms may include rash, swelling, or breathing problems. This allergic reaction can progress to interstitial nephritis, a kidney disorder that can lead to kidney failure. Symptoms of this condition include:.
If you experience any of these symptoms, call your doctor right away. If your symptoms seem severe or life threatening, go to an emergency room or call Tell your doctor if you have a history of osteoporosis. For people with low blood magnesium hypomagnesemia : Pantoprazole can decrease the amount of magnesium in your body.
Tell your doctor if you have a history of hypomagnesemia. For people being tested for neuroendocrine tumors: Pantoprazole can cause incorrect results in these tests.
For this reason, your doctor will have you stop taking this drug at least 14 days before you have this testing. They may also have you repeat the testing if needed. For pregnant women: Pantoprazole is a pregnancy category C drug. That means two things:. For women who are breastfeeding: Pantoprazole may pass through breast milk and could be passed to a breastfeeding baby. Talk to your healthcare provider about other treatment options while breastfeeding.
For children: Pantoprazole is sometimes used for short-term treatment of erosive esophagitis in children ages 5 and older. Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing. There is a problem with information submitted for this request. Sign up for free, and stay up-to-date on research advancements, health tips and current health topics, like COVID, plus expert advice on managing your health.
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Pantoprazole can make you feel dizzy, sleepy, or affect your vision. If this happens to you, do not drive, cycle or use machinery or tools until you feel better.
You can eat and drink normally while taking pantoprazole, but it's best to take it an hour before a meal. It's best to avoid foods that seem to make your symptoms worse, such as rich, spicy and fatty foods. It also helps to cut down on caffeinated drinks, such as tea, coffee and cola, as well as alcohol. Alcohol does not interfere with the way pantoprazole works. However, drinking alcohol makes your stomach produce more acid than normal.
This can irritate your stomach lining and make your symptoms worse. It may be possible to ease symptoms caused by too much stomach acid by making a few changes to your diet and lifestyle:. Page last reviewed: 12 November Next review due: 12 November Pantoprazole On this page About pantoprazole Key facts Who can and cannot take pantoprazole How and when to take it Side effects How to cope with side effects Pregnancy and breastfeeding Cautions with other medicines Common questions.
About pantoprazole Pantoprazole reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes. Pantoprazole comes as tablets. It also comes as liquid that you swallow. Help us improve our website Can you answer a quick question about your visit today?
It's usual to take pantoprazole once a day in the morning. Common side effects include headaches, constipation or diarrhoea, wind, stomach pain, feeling or being sick.
These tend to be mild and go away when you stop taking the medicine. If you've bought pantoprazole without a prescription and your symptoms don't improve after 2 weeks, see a doctor before taking any more.
Pantoprazole isn't usually recommended during pregnancy. Pantoprazole is also called by the brand name Pantoloc Control. To make sure that it is safe for you, tell your doctor if you: have ever had an allergic reaction to pantoprazole or any other medicine have liver problems are due to have an endoscopy Ask your doctor if you should stop taking pantoprazole a few weeks before your endoscopy.
Dosage Each tablet contains 20mg or 40mg of pantoprazole. The usual dose to treat: heartburn and acid reflux is 20mg a day gastro-oesophageal reflux disease is 20mg to 40mg a day stomach ulcers is 20mg to 40mg a day Zollinger-Ellison syndrome is 40mg to 80mg a day — this can increase to mg a day depending on how well it works for you Will my dose go up or down?
How long will I take it for? After 2 weeks: if your symptoms have improved — you can take it for another 2 weeks if your symptoms have not improved — or they are worse, speak to a doctor before taking any more pantoprazole Do not take pantoprazole for more than 4 weeks without speaking to your doctor first.
What if I forget to take it? If you usually take it: once a day — take the missed dose as soon as you remember, unless your next dose is due in less than 12 hours in which case skip the missed dose. Take your next dose at the usual time, and then carry on as normal. What if I take too much? However, you should check with your doctor if you have taken too much and have any of these symptoms: flushed skin feeling sweaty a fast heartbeat feeling sleepy blurred vision feeling confused or agitated.
Talk to your pharmacist or doctor if these side effects bother you or don't go away: headaches diarrhoea feeling sick or being sick nausea or vomiting constipation stomach pain or wind Serious side effects Serious side effects are rare and happen in less than 1 in 1, people. Call a doctor straight away if you have: joint pain and a red skin rash, especially in parts of your body exposed to the sun, such as your arms, cheeks and nose.
These can be signs of a rare condition called subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus. This can happen even if you've been taking pantoprazole for a long time. Information: You can report any suspected side effect using the Yellow Card safety scheme. Visit Yellow Card for further information. What to do about: headaches — make sure you rest and drink plenty of fluids. Do not drink too much alcohol. Ask your pharmacist to recommend a painkiller.
Headaches usually go away after the first week of taking pantoprazole. Talk to your doctor if they last longer than a week or are severe. Signs of dehydration include peeing less than usual or having strong-smelling pee. Do not take any other medicines to treat diarrhoea without speaking to a pharmacist or doctor. If you're vomiting, try small frequent sips of water. In this article About pantoprazole Before taking pantoprazole How to take pantoprazole Getting the most from your treatment Can pantoprazole cause problems?
How to store pantoprazole Important information about all medicines. Pantoprazole to reduce stomach acid In this article About pantoprazole Before taking pantoprazole How to take pantoprazole Getting the most from your treatment Can pantoprazole cause problems? About pantoprazole Type of medicine Proton pump inhibitor Used for Healing or prevention of gastric or duodenal ulcers; gastro-oesophageal reflux disease; Helicobacter pylori infection; Zollinger-Ellison syndrome Available as Tablets and injection.
Pantoprazole side-effects these affect fewer than 1 in people What can I do if I experience this? Stomach upset such as feeling sick nausea , stomach ache, or wind , tummy abdominal pain, being sick vomiting Stick to simple meals - avoid rich or spicy foods. If symptoms are severe or do not go away, let your doctor know Diarrhoea Drink plenty of water. If it continues or becomes severe, let your doctor know Constipation Try to eat a well-balanced diet and drink several glasses of water each day Headache Drink plenty of water and ask your pharmacist to recommend a suitable painkiller.
If the headaches continue, let your doctor know Feeling dizzy or tired Do not drive and do not use tools or machines until you feel better Dry mouth, itchy skin rash, sleeping problems If any of these become troublesome, let your doctor know. If you have any questions about this medicine ask your pharmacist.
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