About Panlock 40mg Enteric Coated Tablets
Proton pump inhibitor
Used for
- Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease and heartburn
- Inflammation or ulcers of the oesophagus
- Stomach or duodenal ulcers
- Reducing ulcer risk with certain anti-inflammatory medicines
Usual adult dose
Usually 20–40 mg once daily, depending on the condition.
Usual dose in children
For children aged 5 years and older, usually 20–40 mg once daily for reflux-related oesophageal inflammation; specialist guidance is needed.
Common side effects
- Headache
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea or abdominal pain
- Long-term use may lower magnesium or vitamin B12
Important warnings
- Long-term use may increase fracture and certain infection risks.
- Seek medical assessment for trouble swallowing, unexplained weight loss, or vomiting blood.
- May mask symptoms of stomach cancer.
- Kidney inflammation and severe skin reactions are rare.
Pregnancy
Use during pregnancy only when considered necessary by a healthcare professional; human safety information is limited.
Breastfeeding
Small amounts may enter breast milk; use only when considered necessary by a healthcare professional.
Interactions
- May reduce absorption of medicines needing stomach acid, such as some antifungals.
- Can affect warfarin; monitoring may be needed.
- Avoid with rilpivirine-containing medicines.
- Methotrexate levels may increase, especially with high doses.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.