PANTOCID-IT CAP

Overview

PANTOCID-IT CAP is a Schedule H drug.

PANTOCID-IT CAP is composed of: ITOPRIDE (150 MG), PANTOPRAZOLE (40 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?

PANTOCID-IT CAP is generally taken Before Food.

Precautions for PANTOCID-IT CAP 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

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

Morning	76%
Once Daily	15%

Directions with respect to food?

Before Food

100%

How long was it prescribed?

30 Days	15%
10 Days	11%
14 Days	10%
60 Days	10%
42 Days	10%
90 Days	8%
5 Days	7%
15 Days	7%
28 Days	7%
7 Days	6%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

Below 5yrs	1%
18 to 35yrs	10%
35 to 50yrs	26%
50 to 60yrs	17%
60 to 70yrs	23%
70yrs and above	24%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females

52%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Gastroenterologist	33%
Physician	32%
Neurologist	15%
Orthopaedist	9%
Endocrinologist	6%
Psychiatrist	2%
Cardiologist	1%

Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?

CBC (HEMATOLOGY)

13%

Most common Home Remedies advised along-side?

Small frequent meals (Diet)

10%

Available Alternatives for PANTOCID-IT CAP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

EIREF 40MG/150MG CAP SR	INR 189 for 10 CAPSULE SR	ITOPRIDE 150.0 MG, PANTOPRAZOLE 40.0 MG
GANATON TOTAL 40MG/150MG CAP SR	INR 263.5 for 10 CAPSULE SR	ITOPRIDE 150.0 MG, PANTOPRAZOLE 40.0 MG
GANATON TOTAL CAPS	INR 289.5 for 10 CAPSULE SR	ITOPRIDE 150 MG, PANTOPRAZOLE 40 MG
GANATON TOTAL SR-CAP	INR 263.5 for 10 CAPSULE SR	ITOPRIDE 150 MG, PANTOPRAZOLE 40 MG
ITOPAN 40MG/150MG CAP SR	INR 119.52 for 10 CAPSULE SR	ITOPRIDE 150.0 MG, PANTOPRAZOLE 40.0 MG
OPAN IT 40MG/150MG CAP	INR 168 for 10 CAPSULES	ITOPRIDE 150.0 MG, PANTOPRAZOLE 40.0 MG
P2I PLUS 40MG/150MG CAP	INR 115.83 for 10 CAPSULES	ITOPRIDE 150.0 MG, PANTOPRAZOLE 40.0 MG
PAN IT 40MG/150MG CAP	INR 166.5 for 10 CAPSULES	ITOPRIDE 150.0 MG, PANTOPRAZOLE 40.0 MG
PAN-IT CAP	INR 166.5 for 10 CAPSULES	ITOPRIDE 150 MG, PANTOPRAZOLE 40 MG
PANPLUS IT 40MG/150MG CAP	INR 120.18 for 10 CAPSULES	ITOPRIDE 150.0 MG, PANTOPRAZOLE 40.0 MG
PANTAGON IT 40MG/150MG CAP SR	INR 52.75 for 6 CAPSULE SR	ITOPRIDE 150.0 MG, PANTOPRAZOLE 40.0 MG
PANTOCAF IT 40MG/150MG CAP	INR 155 for 10 CAPSULES	ITOPRIDE 150.0 MG, PANTOPRAZOLE 40.0 MG
PANTOCID IT CAPULE	INR 199 for 10 CAPSULES	ITOPRIDE 150.0 MG, PANTOPRAZOLE 40.0 MG
PANTOCID-IT CAP	INR 166 for 10 CAPSULES	ITOPRIDE 150 MG, PANTOPRAZOLE 40 MG
PANTODAC IT CAP	INR 234.6 for 10 CAPSULES	ITOPRIDE 150.0 MG, PANTOPRAZOLE 40.0 MG
PANTOP IT 40MG/150MG CAP	INR 153.25 for 10 CAPSULES	ITOPRIDE 150.0 MG, PANTOPRAZOLE 40.0 MG
PANTOP IT CAPS	INR 153.25 for 10 CAPSULES	ITOPRIDE 150 MG, PANTOPRAZOLE 40 MG
PANTOPRAZOLE 40MG + ITOPRIDE 150MG SR TAB	INR 31.05 for 10 TABLETS	ITOPRIDE 150.0 MG, PANTOPRAZOLE 40.0 MG
PONY IT CAP	INR 119.17 for 10 CAPSULES	ITOPRIDE 150.0 MG, PANTOPRAZOLE 40.0 MG
PROTERA I 40MG/150MG CAP	INR 177 for 10 CAPSULES	ITOPRIDE 150.0 MG, PANTOPRAZOLE 40.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

GASTROPAN IT CAP	INR 120.26 for 10 CAPSULES	PANTOPRAZOLE 40.0 MG, ITOPRIDE
P 2 CAP	INR 125 for 10 CAPSULES	ITOPRIDE , PANTOPRAZOLE
SYNTAC IT TAB	INR 115.62 for 10 TABLETS	ITOPRIDE , PANTOPRAZOLE