Pantocid 80 Tablet 15

Pantocid 80 Tablet is used for managing:

• Gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a chronic digestive disorder causing frequent acid reflux

• Peptic ulcer disease, characterised by painful sores in the stomach, esophagus, or duodenum

• Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, a rare condition leading to overproduction of stomach acid due to pancreatic or duodenal tumours

• Prevention of ulcers induced by long-term use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicines like aspirin and ibuprofen.

Here are the instructions for taking Pantocid 80 Tablet:

• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.

• Avoid crushing, chewing, or breaking the tablet.

• Take the medicine at least 1 hour before your meal.

• Always follow your doctor's advice on how and when to take this medicine.

Pantocid 80 Tablet is taken orally.

Pantocid 80 Tablet contains pantoprazole (80 mg). Here's how this ingredient works:

• Proton Pump Inhibition: Pantoprazole acts by blocking a specific enzyme system in your stomach known as the hydrogen/potassium adenosine triphosphatase enzyme system (H+/K+ ATPase, or more commonly known as the proton pump). This system is responsible for producing stomach acid.

• Reduced Acid Production: By inhibiting the proton pump, pantoprazole effectively decreases the production of stomach acid. This action helps manage symptoms and promotes healing of damaged tissues in conditions like GERD and peptic ulcers.

• Ensure Pantocid 80 Tablet is stored at room temperature, ideally between 15-30 degrees Celsius.

• Keep the medicine in a dry place, away from direct light and moisture.

• For safety, always keep Pantocid 80 Tablet out of reach of children.

• It's essential to use this medicine before the expiry date indicated on the package.

• If you're managing Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) with Pantocid 80 Tablet, aim to reduce your intake of spicy and fatty foods. These can trigger acid reflux, aggravating your condition.

• For those using Pantocid 80 Tablet to manage peptic ulcers, consider increasing your consumption of fruits and vegetables. They are rich in antioxidants which may help protect the stomach lining and speed up healing.