Pantoprazole is the active ingredient in the antacid and antiulcer remedy used to treat certain stomach problems that depend on acid production, such as gastritis or gastric ulcer, for example.
Pantoprazole can be purchased from conventional pharmacies without a prescription under the trade name Pantozol, Pantocal, Ziprol or Zurcal, in the form of coated tablets.
- The price of pantoprazole is about 50 reais.
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- It may vary depending on the number of tablets in the package.
Pantoprazole is indicated for the treatment of stomach problems such as gastritis, gastroenteritis, gastroesophageal reflux disease without esophagitis, mild esophagitis and peptic ulcers. In addition, it can also be used to prevent damage to the lining of the stomach and the onset of the intestine. .
How to use Pantoprazole is to take a 20 mg tablet of pantoprazole, once daily, for 4 to 8 weeks; However, the dose and duration of treatment should always be guided by a gastroenterologist or GP.
It is recommended to take the tablets whole before, during or after breakfast, without chewing or opening the capsule.
Some of the side effects of pantoprazole include headache, sleep disorders, dry mouth, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, belly swelling, abdominal pain, constipation, dizziness, allergic skin reactions, weakness or general discomfort.
Pantoprazole is contraindicated in children under 5 years of age, patients treated for HIV or patients with hypersensitivity to the active substance or any other component of the formula.