ZEPRAZOLE Pantoprazole 40mg Capsule 100's

Indications/Uses

Pantoprazole is prescribed to treat ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and conditions that cause the stomach to produce too much acid such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Use pantoprazole exactly as instructed by your doctor for it to be effective.
Take pantoprazole with or without food; with food if it causes stomach upset.
Swallow the tablet whole; do not split, crush or chew.
If you forget to use this medicine on schedule, use it immediately as you remember. However, if it is already time for the next dose, just proceed with your next regular dose schedule.
Unless advised by your doctor, do not double or adjust dosage, or stop use.

Contraindications and Special Precautions

Inform your doctor or pharmacist:
- if you are pregnant, trying for a baby or breast-feeding;
- if you have any of the following conditions: allergy, liver problem, kidney problem, stomach cancer, low blood magnesium level, bone problem;
- if you are using any other prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medicines and dietary or herbal supplements.
Follow the lifestyle changes such as reducing stress, stopping smoking, limiting alcohol, and changing diets or eating habits that your doctor will prescribe to help manage your condition.
Keep a regular check-up schedule. Your doctor may prescribe tests to check and monitor your progress while under treatment with this medicine.
If you need to undergo surgery or dental procedure, inform your doctor or dentist that you are using this medicine before going through it.
Side effects may possibly occur as with most medicines. You may not experience any side effect; however, if you experience any of these side effects with pantoprazole, inform your doctor immediately, especially if they become severe or persistent: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, increased hunger and thirst, skin rash, headache, dizziness, nervousness, irregular heartbeat, muscle pain, weakness, leg cramps, swelling of feet and legs, blurred vision, increased urination, yellowing of the eyes or skin and allergic reactions such as hives, difficulty breathing and swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat.
If you experience dizziness or vision problems, do not drive, operate machinery or perform any activity which will need you to be alert or to see clearly.
The side effects mentioned here are not complete and others may occur. If you observe other side effects or reactions, call your doctor for advice.
Do not share your medicine with others even if you have the same disease symptoms.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep the medicine out of childrens reach. Discard it properly when it is expired or no longer needed.