ARTHOPAN 250MG TAB

Overview

ARTHOPAN 250MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

ARTHOPAN 250MG TAB is composed of: PANTOPRAZOLE (20 MG)


Pantoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor that decreases the amount of acid produced in the stomach. Pantoprazole is used to treat erosive esophagitis (damage to the esophagus from stomach acid caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD) in adults and children who are at least 5 years old. Pantoprazole is usually given for up to 8 weeks at a time while your esophagus heals. Pantoprazole is also used to treat Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and other conditions involving excess stomach acid.

Usage

PANTOPRAZOLE is generally used to treat: GERD, Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

How Do I Take It?

ARTHOPAN 250MG TAB is generally taken Before Food.

Precautions for ARTHOPAN 250MG TAB and its Constituents



Long-term therapy may lead to bacterial overgrowth in the GI tract, atrophic gastritis. Monitor liver function regularly (if enzymes increase, discontinue) because it may lead to liver damage. Caution needed during pregnancy; not recommended in children <18 year. Patient may develop with increased risk of Clostridium difficile associated diarrhea (CDAD).

Common Side-Effects

PANTOPRAZOLE : Diarrhoea, Head Headache

Serious Side-Effects

PANTOPRAZOLE : Irregular Heartbeat, Body Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Arms Joint Pain, Abdomen Pain, Fever, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools

Rare Side-Effects

PANTOPRAZOLE : Skin Rash, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Body Itching

Disease Interactions

PANTOPRAZOLE can interfere with: Acute Liver Failure, Osteoporosis, Magnesium Deficiency

Technical Classification

PANTOPRAZOLE is categorized as: PROTON PUMP INHIBITORS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS

Available Alternatives for ARTHOPAN 250MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ARTHOPAN 250MG TABINR 52 for 10 TABLETSNAPROXEN 250 MG, PANTOPRAZOLE 20 MG