Pantheon Tablet 20 mg (Pantoprazole Sodium Sesquihydrate)

Adult dose

1. Treatment of mild gastroesophageal reflux disease and associated symptoms Administer pantoprazole 20 mg orally once daily before breakfast. Symptom relief generally occurs within 2 ∼ 4 weeks, and healing may usually be achieved with 4 weeks of treatment. If healing does not occur, an additional 4 weeks of treatment may achieve healing. 2. Long-term maintenance therapy to prevent recurrence of reflux esophagitis Administer pantoprazole 20 mg once daily before breakfast. If recurrence occurs, increase the daily dose to 40 mg of pantoprazole, then reduce it to 20 mg daily again after healing. 3. Prevention of gastroduodenal ulcers caused by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in patients who require continuous treatment with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs Administer pantoprazole 20mg once daily. No dosage adjustment is necessary in elderly patients or patients with renal impairment. Patients with hepatic impairment Do not exceed 20 mg of this medicine once daily in patients with severe hepatic impairment.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. Those who have experienced an allergic reaction or hypersensitivity to this medication or its ingredients may experience serious allergic reactions. Additionally, this medication should not be used by patients taking certain antivirals, pregnant women in early pregnancy, breastfeeding women, and those taking specific antivirals. Care is needed while taking this medication as various side effects may occur. For example, gastrointestinal issues like abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, nausea, etc., can occur, and systemic effects such as fatigue, fever, and swelling may develop. There have also been reports of liver dysfunction, severe skin reactions, myalgia, neurological symptoms, and psychological changes. Regular liver function tests are necessary for long-term use; especially, patients with severely impaired liver function must have their dosage adjusted. Additionally, this medication is not recommended for mild abdominal pain or intestinal pain. Long-term use may affect vitamin B12 absorption, and nutritional status should be monitored. Caution should be exercised when using this medication in individuals over 65 years of age or at risk for gastrointestinal bleeding. The risk of fractures may increase with long-term use, and caution is needed. Hypomagnesemia, characterized by low magnesium levels, may rarely occur; hence, blood tests should be conducted to monitor magnesium levels, especially during long-term use or when taken with certain medications. The risk of bacterial infections in the gastrointestinal tract may slightly increase due to reduced gastric acid secretion; hence, consult a doctor if diarrhea persists. Dizziness or visual disturbances may occur, so caution is required when driving or operating machinery. This medication may interact with other medicines; especially consult a doctor or pharmacist if taking anticoagulants or certain antivirals or immunosuppressants. It is safer not to take this medication in early pregnancy, and breastfeeding women should also avoid taking it. Not recommended for children under the age of 12. There are no specific symptoms reported for overdose, but if unusual symptoms occur, promptly visit a medical institution. This medication should be taken whole and not chewed or crushed, and it’s important to discuss long-term use with a doctor to use the minimum effective dose for the appropriate duration. Keep this medication out of the reach of children and do not transfer it to another container.

Anaphylaxis, anaphylactic shock, angioedema, bronchospasm, acute interstitial nephritis, urticaria, upper abdominal pain, constipation, abdominal distention, diarrhea, gastric polyps, nausea, vomiting, belching, dry mouth, fatigue, weakness, lethargy, edema, elevated body temperature, fever, elevated liver enzymes, increased bilirubin, liver failure, jaundice, arthralgia, myalgia, rhabdomyolysis, bone fracture, headache, dizziness, visual disturbances, taste disturbances, insomnia, sleep disorders, depression, hallucinations, confusion, spatial disorientation, interstitial nephritis, pruritus, skin erythema, angioedema, mucocutaneous syndrome, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, erythema multiforme, toxic epidermal necrolysis, Lyell's syndrome, photosensitivity, hyperglycemia, agranulocytosis, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, pancytopenia, gynecomastia, hyperlipidemia, lipid increase, weight changes, hyponatremia, hypomagnesemia, elevated CK, anxiety, lethargy, low back pain, bronchitis, chest pain, increased cough, indigestion, dyspnea, flu-like symptoms, gastroenteritis, gastrointestinal disorders, tension, infection, migraine, cervical pain, pain, pharyngitis, rectal disorders, rhinitis, elevated AST, sinusitis, upper respiratory infection, frequency of urination, urinary tract infection, furuncle, allergic reactions, chills, prepuce issues, facial edema, general edema, heat sensation, hernia, abnormal clinical laboratory tests, fatigue, moniliasis, tumor, nonspecific drug reactions, ECG abnormalities, angina, arrhythmia, atrial fibrillation, coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, bleeding, hypertension, hypotension, myocardial infarction, myocardial ischemia, palpitations, retinal vascular disease, syncope, tachycardia, phlebitis, thrombosis, vasodilation, decreased appetite, aphthous stomatitis, colitis, duodenitis, swallowing disorders, enteritis, esophageal bleeding, esophagitis, gastric and duodenal tumor, gastric and duodenal bleeding, gastric and duodenal moniliasis, gingivitis, halitosis, hematemesis, increased appetite, melena, oral ulcers, oral moniliasis, periodontal abscess, periodontitis, rectal bleeding, gastric ulcer, bowel abnormalities, tongue discoloration, ulcerative colitis, diabetes, goiter, gallbladder pain, hyperbilirubinemia, cholecystitis, cholelithiasis, jaundice, hepatitis, elevated ALP, anemia, petechiae, eosinophilia, iron deficiency anemia, leukocytosis, dehydration, gout, thirst, weight gain, weight loss, arthritis, bone disorders, joint disorders, leg cramps, bursitis, tendinitis, Abnormal dream, confusion, convulsions, dry mouth, speech disorders, hyperactivity, decreased libido, anxiety, neuralgia, neuritis, neurological disorders, abnormal sensations, reflex action reduction, abnormal perception, tremors, asthma, epistaxis, hiccups, laryngitis, respiratory disorders, pneumonia, voice changes, acne, alopecia, contact dermatitis, eczema, fungal skin disease, herpes simplex, herpes zoster, lichen-style dermatitis, papulovesicular rash, skin disorders, skin ulcers, sweating, amblyopia, cataracts, hearing loss, diplopia, otalgia, paralysis, glaucoma, otitis externa, tinnitus, albuminuria, balanitis, breast pain, cystitis, menstrual irregularities, urination disorders, epididymitis, hematuria, erectile dysfunction, kidney stones, kidney pain, nocturia, prostate disorders, pyelonephritis, scrotal edema, urethral pain, urethral disorders, urological abnormalities, vaginitis, Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea, hypocalcemia, hypokalemia, DRESS syndrome, microscopic colitis, systemic lupus erythematosus, lupus erythematosus

This medication should be stored in a light-protective container as it may be sensitive to light. It is also best to store it at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Proper storage will help maintain the effectiveness and safety of the medication.

Appearance

Yellow, enteric-coated oval tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle