Pantoprazole injection is commonly used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). This is a condition in which acid from the stomach flows back into the esophagus which causes heartburn and other symptoms. This injection can also be effective in treating gastric ulcers. These ulcers are sores that develop on the lining of the stomach and increase stomach acids. By reducing stomach acid levels, pantoprazole can help to promote the healing process and provide relief from pain and discomfort. Pantoprazole also can treat Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome. This is a rare condition that is known for the overproduction of stomach acid which leads to severe ulcers in the stomach and small intestine. By reducing the production of stomach acid, pantoprazole can help alleviate symptoms associated with acid-related conditions and promote healing of the esophagus (a tube located between the throat and stomach).
How to use Pantoprazole Injection?
Consult your doctor for an appropriate dosage of Pantoprazole injection. They will provide you with proper dosage, administration, and course duration. This injection is usually given in every 8 to 12 hours period. Additionally, the duration of the treatment may last 7 to 10 days. If you are noticing no improvement in your health, inform your doctor. Follow the doctor’s prescription and precautions to experience more effective results.
What are Precautions to Follow?
- Before taking the Pantoprazole injection, tell your doctor if you have any allergy to pantoprazole.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to conceive.
- Avoid consuming alcohol, it may damage your liver.
- If you are taking any other medication, tell your doctor about that as those medicines may interact with the pantoprazole and cause harmful side effects.
- If you are a liver patient, must inform your doctor before taking the injection as it may cause liver failure.
- Avoid heavy and junk food that will be hard to digest.
What are the side effects Pantoprazole may cause?
- You may experience Blurred vision and Dizziness
- Stomach pain and Diarrhea may occur
- Nausea, headache and vomiting
- You may experience joint pain
- Sweating and Dry skin
- Pain, redness, and swelling in the injection site
