Pantosec-D Tablet

Pantosec D Tablet is indicated for treating GERD (Gastro-esophageal reflux disease), which does not respond to Pantoprazole medications alone. It prevents the tendency of vomiting and nausea in people suffering from gastrointestinal problems.

Pantosec-D Tablet is a combination of Domperidone and Pantoprazole. The active ingredients fall under the class of dopamine antagonist and PPI (Proton pump inhibitor), respectively.

Pantosec D Tab is also prescribed to the patients of peptic ulcer and who take certain medicines for Parkinson’s disease. The medicine tightens the muscles near the entrance of the stomach and relaxes the ones present at the exit.

The action of this medication helps to speed up the passing of the food that you intake - from your stomach to your intestine, reducing the feeling of nausea and sickness, also preventing vomiting.

Pantosec D medicine also works by blocking or reducing the stimulation in the ‘vomiting centre’ of your brain, which will eventually reduce the feeling of nausea and vomiting. The possible side effects of taking this medication can be headache, migraine, dryness of the mouth or breast pain.

You are advised not to take Pantosec-D Tablet if you have the following conditions:

• An allergy to Pantosec-D Tablet or any other ingredient of this medicine
• Bleeding problems or blockage in your stomach or in the intestine
• Tumour in the pituitary gland
• Cardiac disease
• Incorrect levels of magnesium, potassium or calcium in the blood
• Severe/moderate liver impairment

• Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

• Peptic Ulcer

• Allergy

• Tumor Of Pituitary Gland

• Heart Diseases

• Skin Rash

• Diarrhoea

• Headache

• Stomach Pain

• Dizziness

• Weakness

• Dry Mouth

• Cough

• Rhinitis

• Flatulence

• Insomnia

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medicine lasts up to 6 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of this medicine can be observed within 30 to 60 minutes of administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Pregnant women should consult doctor before consuming this medication.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine is not recommended for use by breastfeeding mothers as there is a risk of side effects on the infant. You are advised to consult your doctors and consider the potential benefit and risks before consuming this medication.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  If you experience drowsiness or sleepiness, you must avoid indulging in driving. Otherwise, you can drive or indulge in activities that use heavy machinery.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  If you suffer from kidney related issues, you must discuss those with your doctor before using this capsule to avoid any possible ramifications.

• Does this affect liver function?

  People suffering liver related issues must not apply this cream before consulting it with a doctor as it may aggravate the existing conditions and hamper the functioning of your liver.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Pantosec-D Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Pentalink D 10 Mg/40 Mg Tablet

  Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Domazol 10mg/40mg Tablet

  Diverse Health Services

• Piza D 10Mg/40Mg Tablet

  Unimarck Healthcare Ltd

• Pantaom D Tablet

  Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Odpep D Capsule

  Panacea Biotec Ltd

• Pantanam D Tablet

  Mankind Pharma Ltd

• Geripan D 10mg/40mg Tablet

  Gerrysun Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Vap-D Tablet

  Omenta Pharma Pvt Ltd

• Maxipan 12 10Mg/40Mg Tablet

  Widcure Healthcare

• Pepra D Tablet

  Vogue Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Skip the missed dose and resume with the next scheduled dose at the right time. The dose should not get doubled in an attempt to make up for the missed dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Contact your doctor if an overdose is suspected.

Pantosec D Tablet attaches to the dopaminergic receptors without causing any release of the chemical dopamine. It, in turn, facilitates gastric emptying and decreases small bowel transit time. Also, it binds to H+/K+-exchanging ATPase in gastric parietal cells, resulting in blockage of acid secretion.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  The patients taking Pantosec D Tablet have been reported for false results, as it interacts with investigations of Neuroendocrine Tumors, Secretin Stimulation Test, Urine Tests for THC. Thus an alternative confirmatory test should be considered to verify the results.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Concomitant use of Antiretrovirals, warfarin, methotrexate, digoxin, Drugs Dependent on Gastric pH for Absorption (e.g., iron salts, erlotinib, dasatinib, nilotinib, mycophenolate mofetil, ketoconazole, itraconazole), tacrolimus, antiarrhythmics, apomorphine, protease inhibitors, systemic azole antifungals, some macrolides (erythromycin, clarithromycin and telithromycin) is contraindicated.

• Interaction with Disease

  This medication interacts with Osteoporosis, Liver disease, Hypomagnesemia.

• Ques : What is Pantosec-D Tablet?

  Ans : Pantosec-D Tablet is a medication which has Domperidone and Pantoprazole Sodium Sesquihydrate as active elements present in it. This medicine performs its action by decreasing the amount of acid produced in the stomach, obstructing the dopamine receptors. Pantosec-D Tablet is used to treat conditions such as Erosive Esophagitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, Helicobacter pylori Infection, etc.

• Ques : What are the uses of Pantosec-D Tablet?

  Ans : Pantosec D Tablet is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Erosive Esophagitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, Helicobacter pylori Infection, and Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome. Apart from these, it can also be used to treat condition like Gastro-duodenal ulcers. The patient should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using Pantosec-D Tablet to avoid undesirable effects.

• Ques : What are the side effects of Pantosec-D Tablet?

  Ans : Pantosec D is a medication which has some commonly reported side effects. These side effects may or may not occur always and some of them are rare but severe. This is not a complete list and if you experience any of the below-mentioned side effects, contact your doctor immediately. Here are some side effects of Pantosec-D Tablet which are as follows: Headache, Altered sense of taste, Runny Nose and Cough, Diarrhea, Nausea or Vomiting, Unusual tiredness and weakness, Skin Rash, Anorexia, and Injection site Thrombophlebitis. It is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of Pantosec-D Tablet.

• Ques : Is it safe to use Pantosec-D Tablet?

  Ans : Yes, Pantosec D is safe to use. If it is taken in a recommended quantity of dosage only. Otherwise, some side effects may occur if the medication is abused in any way. If you do overdose or any other abuse it may result in following side effects, amenorrhea, akathisia, somnolence, drug dependency and oedema. If the above mentioned side effects are appearing then you should consult to the doctor immediately.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Pantosec-D Tablet?

  Ans : Pantosec D Tablet should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets. The patient should consult a doctor for its further uses and side effects and should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using to avoid undesirable effects. It is a prescribed medication.

• Ques : Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Pantosec-D Tablet?

  Ans : Pantosec D is contraindicated to patients having heart diseases and . Patients having kidney and liver disorders are advised not to take this medication, as it may lead to severe side effects.

• Ques : Can the use of Pantosec-D Tablet cause dry mouth?

  Ans : Yes, Pantosec D can cause dry mouth. It may also lead to cough, nausea and vomiting.

• Ques : Can the use of Pantosec-D Tablet cause diarrhea?

  Ans : Yes, Pantosec D can cause diarrhea. It may also lead to cough, nausea and vomiting.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Pantosec-D Tablet?

  Ans : Pantosec D should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets. It is important to dispose unused medications and expired medications properly to avoid adverse effects.

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