About pantopraz ole
Proton pump inhibitor
Used for
- Heartburn and acid reflux
- Healing and prevention of reflux oesophagitis
- Prevention of stomach ulcers from certain anti-inflammatory medicines
Usual adult dose
Usually 20 mg once daily; dose and duration depend on the condition.
Usual dose in children
For ages 5 and older: usually 20 mg once daily for reflux oesophagitis; specialist guidance is needed.
Common side effects
- Headache
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea or vomiting
- Stomach pain
Important warnings
- Long-term use may lower magnesium or vitamin B12 levels.
- Rarely, serious allergic reactions or severe skin reactions occur.
- May increase the risk of certain infections, including gut infections.
- Seek assessment for trouble swallowing, unexplained weight loss, or persistent vomiting.
Pregnancy
Use during pregnancy only when considered necessary; ask a healthcare professional about risks and benefits.
Breastfeeding
Small amounts may pass into breast milk; use only when considered necessary.
Interactions
- May reduce absorption of medicines needing stomach acid, such as some antifungals.
- Can interact with warfarin; monitoring may be needed.
- May interact with high-dose methotrexate.
- HIV medicines such as atazanavir may not work as well.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.