Pantopron Dosage & Drug Information

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Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Pantoprazole

Indications/Uses

GERD, PUD; prophylaxis for NSAID-associated ulceration; Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.

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Dosage/Direction for Use

GERD 20-40 mg once daily for 4 wk, may be increased to 8 wk if necessary. Maintenance: 20-40 mg daily. Alternatively, 20 mg daily for recurring symptoms. PUD 40 mg once daily for 2-4 wk (for duodenal ulceration) or 4-8 wk (for benign gastric ulceration). Eradication of H. pylori 1 wk triple therapy regimen: 40 mg combined w/ clarithromycin 500 mg bid & amoxicillin 1 g bid or clarithromycin 250 mg bid & metronidazole 400 mg bid. Prophylaxis for NSAID-associated ulceration 20 mg daily. Zollinger-Ellison syndrome Initially 80 mg daily. Max: 240 mg daily. Daily dose >80 mg should be given in 2 divided doses.

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Administration

Should be taken on an empty stomach: Take 1 hr before meals. Swallow whole, do not chew/crush.

Special Precautions

Severe hepatic impairment. Monitor liver function regularly. Discontinue if liver enzymes are elevated.

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Storage

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Description

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Action

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MIMS Class

Antacids, Antireflux Agents & Antiulcerants

ATC Classification

A02BC02 - pantoprazole ; Belongs to the class of proton pump inhibitors. Used in the treatment of peptic ulcer and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Pantopron EC tab 40 mg

Packing/Price

30's (P52.35/enteric-coated tab)

Pantopron

pantoprazole

Manufacturer:

Shin Poong

Distributor:

Pharma Nutria