Panpyrox Tablet 20mg (Pantoprazole Sodium Sesquihydrate)

Adult dosage

1. Treatment of mild reflux esophageal disease and related symptoms: Administer pantoprazole 20mg orally once daily before breakfast. Symptom relief generally occurs within 2∼4 weeks, and healing can usually be achieved with 4 weeks of treatment. If healing does not occur, it may be achieved with an additional 4 weeks of treatment. 2. Long-term maintenance therapy to prevent recurrence of reflux esophagitis: Administer pantoprazole 20mg once daily before breakfast. If recurrence occurs, increase the dose to pantoprazole 40mg daily; after healing, reduce it again to 20mg daily. 3. Prevention of gastroduodenal ulcers caused by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in patients who require continuous administration of 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 20mg of this drug once daily in patients with severe hepatic impairment.

This medicine should not be used by patients who have had an allergic reaction to this medicine or any of its ingredients. Patients taking certain antiviral medications, specifically atazanavir and nelfinavir, should also not take this medicine. Women in the early stages of pregnancy or those who may become pregnant, as well as breastfeeding women, should not use this medicine. It should also not be administered to patients with genetic issues such as lactose intolerance. This medicine may cause various side effects, which can include abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, and nausea in the digestive system. Systemically, fatigue, fever, and swelling may occur, and allergic reactions such as liver dysfunction, skin rashes, and hives have also been reported. Rarely, serious skin diseases or kidney problems may occur. Regular monitoring is necessary for those who take this medicine over a long period, and cessation should occur if liver functions deteriorate. This medicine is not used for mild stomach pain, and caution should be taken as the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding may increase when it is taken with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Additionally, long-term use may increase the risk of bone fractures. This medicine suppresses gastric acid secretion and lowers the acidity in the stomach, which can hinder the absorption of certain medications. Therefore, attention should be paid to potential drug interactions, especially when used concurrently with antiviral or anticoagulant medications, and healthcare providers' directions should be followed. The use of this medicine should be avoided in the early stages of pregnancy, and it is advisable for breastfeeding women not to take it. There is insufficient experience for use in children under 12 years of age and therefore it is not recommended. No specific symptoms are known in the event of overdose, but if symptoms occur, treatment should be based on the symptoms. This medicine should be taken whole without chewing or crushing, and in cases of long-term use, appropriate dosage and duration should be determined in consultation with a doctor. When storing, it should be kept out of reach of children and not transferred to other containers.

• Anaphylaxis
• Anaphylactic shock
• Angioedema
• Bronchospasm
• Acute interstitial nephritis
• Urticaria
• Upper abdominal pain
• Constipation
• Abdominal distension
• Diarrhea

This medicine is sensitive to light and should be stored in a light-protective container. Additionally, it should be stored at room temperature, between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius, avoiding extremely hot or cold places.

Appearance

Yellow enteric-coated oval tablet

Package unit

28 tablets/bottle