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    Pantoprazole is a medication used to reduce stomach acid and treat conditions like gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and ulcers. It works by decreasing the amount of acid the stomach produces. Patients should take it at the same time each day before meals, and it may take several days to be fully effective. Common side effects include headaches, diarrhea, and nausea, but these usually go away over time. Patients should contact their doctor if side effects are bothersome or if they experience unusual tiredness, bleeding, skin rashes, or abdominal pain.

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    Pantoprazole is a medication used to reduce stomach acid and treat conditions like gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and ulcers. It works by decreasing the amount of acid the stomach produces. Patients should take it at the same time each day before meals, and it may take several days to be fully effective. Common side effects include headaches, diarrhea, and nausea, but these usually go away over time. Patients should contact their doctor if side effects are bothersome or if they experience unusual tiredness, bleeding, skin rashes, or abdominal pain.

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    Maz Meds Pantoprazole

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    Pantoprazole is a medication used to reduce stomach acid and treat conditions like gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and ulcers. It works by decreasing the amount of acid the stomach produces. Patients should take it at the same time each day before meals, and it may take several days to be fully effective. Common side effects include headaches, diarrhea, and nausea, but these usually go away over time. Patients should contact their doctor if side effects are bothersome or if they experience unusual tiredness, bleeding, skin rashes, or abdominal pain.

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    Patient Education Sheet

    Pant opr azol e




    Brand Names: Pantoloc

    What is pantoprazole used for?
    Pantoprazole works to decrease the acid in the stomach by reducing how much is made.
    This medicine can be used to treat severe heartburn caused by the following:
    gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
    ulcers
    other conditions determined by your doctor.

    How do you take pantoprazole?
    Take this medicine at the same time each day.
    Swallow this medicine whole; do not crush or chew the tablet
    Take it before a meal; however, if it upsets your stomach take it with food.

    What special instructions do you need to know?
    It may take several days for this medicine to reach full effect. Antacids may be used to help
    relieve the heartburn unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Take this medicine 2 hours before
    or 2 hours after you take the antacid.

    Limit your alcoholic beverages and smoking while taking this medicine. Alcohol and smoking
    increase the amount of acid made in the stomach.

    If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the
    missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

    Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking any other prescription, over-the-counter, or herbal
    medication.

    Are there side effects from taking pantoprazole?
    Taking pantoprazole does not usually cause people many problems. The following may occur,
    but should go away as your body gets used to the medicine: headache, diarrhea, nausea, or
    dizziness.

    Contact your doctor or pharmacist if the above side effects become bothersome or if you notice
    any other side effects not listed above.

    Contact your doctor as soon as possible if you notice any of the following: unusual tiredness or
    weakness, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, upper abdominal pain or yellow skin and eyes.

    Prepared by: Regional Pharmacy Services, Royal Alexandra Hospital
    Last revised: August 2004

    Unauthorized distribution, copying or disclosure is prohibited. Alberta Health Services/Covenant Health assumes no
    liability for the use of this information.

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