Pantorex Tablets 20mg (S-Pantoprazole Sodium Trihydrate)

Adult dosage

Gastric ulcer and moderate-to-severe reflux esophagitis: Usually, adults take 1 tablet (equivalent to 20mg of S-pantoprazole) once daily in the morning before breakfast, with water, without chewing or crushing. Healing occurs within 4 weeks in most cases, but the healing period may occasionally vary from patient to patient. If healing is not complete after the initial 4 weeks of treatment, continue taking the medication for an additional 4 weeks. If there has been no response to other treatments in particular, the dose may be doubled (equivalent to 40 mg of S-pantoprazole per day). Duodenal ulcer: Usually, adults take 1 tablet (equivalent to 20 mg of S-pantoprazole) once daily in the morning before breakfast, with water, without chewing or crushing. Healing occurs within 2 weeks in most cases, but the healing period may occasionally vary from patient to patient. If healing is not complete after the initial 2 weeks of treatment, continue taking the medication for an additional 2 weeks. If there has been no response to other treatments in particular, the dose may be doubled (equivalent to 40 mg of S-pantoprazole per day). Do not exceed 20mg of S-pantoprazole per day in elderly patients or patients with renal impairment. For patients with severe liver impairment, reduce the dose and take 1 tablet (equivalent to 20mg of S-pantoprazole) once every other day.

This drug should not be used in patients with moderate to severe liver or kidney function impairment, as there is insufficient clinical experience regarding its safety and efficacy in such cases. Patients with allergies or hypersensitivity to this drug, its components, or similar drugs may experience severe allergic reactions, so caution is warranted. Particularly, when taken with certain antiviral drugs, it may reduce therapeutic efficacy due to drug interactions, thus should not be used together. Women in early pregnancy or those who may become pregnant, as well as breastfeeding women, are advised not to take this medication. This drug contains certain dyes, which necessitate caution in patients with a history of allergy to those dyes. During use, various side effects such as constipation, diarrhea, gastritis, dyspepsia, headache, dizziness, and pruritus may occur, so patients should consult a physician if symptoms worsen. Long-term use of this drug can lead to vitamin B12 absorption disorders or electrolyte imbalances such as hypomagnesemia, hence regular check-ups are necessary. There may be an increased risk of fractures, particularly in cases of prolonged high-dose use. This drug inhibits gastric acid secretion, which may slightly increase the risk of bacterial infections in the gastrointestinal tract, therefore if diarrhea persists, medical attention should be sought. Dizziness or visual disturbances may occur, requiring caution during driving or operating machinery. This medication may induce or exacerbate autoimmune diseases such as skin or systemic lupus erythematosus, thus patients should seek immediate medical advice if related symptoms arise. This medication may affect blood test results, so it is advisable to inform a physician before undergoing any tests. Gastrointestinal symptoms may be related to malignant tumors, necessitating additional tests if symptoms are severe or persistent. It is recommended that this drug not be used during pregnancy or lactation, and safety in pediatric patients has not been established. In cases of overdose, there is no specific antidote, thus appropriate treatment based on symptoms is crucial. This drug should not be chewed or crushed but taken as is, and kept out of reach of children.

Anaphylaxis, anaphylactic shock, angioedema, bronchospasm, acute interstitial nephritis, urticaria, constipation, diarrhea, gastritis, gastric polyp, hiatal hernia, soft stools, chest pain, dyspepsia, nausea, vomiting, abdominal bloating, enteritis, edema, fatigue, fever, sweating, hypertension, tachycardia, ear-powder canal disorder, dry eyes, vision disturbance, cold, elevated liver enzyme levels, dizziness, sensory neuropathy, drowsiness, low back pain, limb pain, headache, stomachache, boil, itching, rash, nosebleed, elevated creatine phosphokinase, elevated liver enzyme level (AST), decreased appetite, stomatitis, nasal congestion, runny nose, sore throat, upper respiratory infection, neutropenia, skin laceration, abdominal pain, numbness, increased sputum, residual urine in bladder, amputation, epigastric pain, abdominal distention, nausea, belching, dry mouth, weakness, lethargy, increased body temperature, fever, elevated bilirubin, jaundice, liver failure, anaphylactic reaction, arthralgia, myalgia, rhabdomyolysis, bone fracture, headache, dysgeusia, sleep disturbance, depression, hallucination, confusion, directional disorder, interstitial nephritis, pruritus, skin erythema, urticaria, angioedema, mucous membrane syndrome, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, erythema multiforme, toxic epidermal necrolysis, Riel syndrome, photosensitivity, hyperglycemia, agranulocytosis, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, pancytopenia, gynecomastia, hyperlipidemia, lipid increase, weight change, hyponatremia, hypomagnesemia, elevated CK, anxiety, bronchitis, increased cough, shortness of breath, flu-like symptoms, gastroenteritis, gastrointestinal disturbance, tension overload, infection, migraine, cervical pain, pain, pharyngitis, rectal disturbance, rhinitis, elevated AST, sinusitis, upper respiratory infection, frequent urination, urinary tract infection, boil, allergic reaction, chills, abscess, facial edema, generalized edema, warmth sensation, hernia, abnormal clinical laboratory tests, fatigue, moniliasis, tumor, nonspecific drug reaction, ECG abnormalities, angina, arrhythmia, atrial fibrillation, coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, bleeding, hypotension, myocardial infarction, myocardial ischemia, palpitations, retinal vascular disease, syncope, phlebitis, thrombosis, vasodilation, decreased appetite, aphthous stomatitis, colitis, duodenitis, swallowing disorder, esophageal bleeding, esophagitis, stomach-duodenal tumor, stomach-duodenal bleeding, stomach-duodenal moniliasis, gingivitis, halitosis, hematemesis, increased appetite, melena, oral ulcer, oral moniliasis, periodontal abscess, periodontitis, rectal bleeding, gastric ulcer, abnormal bowel movement, tongue discoloration, ulcerative colitis, diabetes, goiter, gallbladder pain, hyperbilirubinemia, cholecystitis, choledocholithiasis, jaundice, hepatitis, elevated ALP, anemia, petechiae, eosinophilia, iron deficiency anemia, leukocytosis, thrombocytopenia, dehydration, gout, thirst, weight gain, weight loss, arthritis, bone disease, joint disease, leg cramps, bursitis, tendinitis, abnormal dream, confusion, convulsion, dry mouth, dysphasia, hyperactivity, decreased libido, restlessness, neuralgia, neuritis, neurological disorder, abnormal sensation, decreased reflex response, abnormal perception, tremor, asthma, hiccups, laryngitis, respiratory disorder, pneumonia, voice alteration, acne, alopecia, contact dermatitis, eczema, fungal dermatitis, bleeding, herpes simplex, shingles, lichenoid dermatitis, papular rash, skin disorder, skin ulcer, sweating, amblyopia, cataract, hearing loss, diplopia, earache, paralysis, glaucoma, otitis externa, tinnitus, albuminuria, balanitis, mastalgia, cystitis, irregular menstruation, urination disorder, epididymitis, hematuria, erectile dysfunction, kidney stones, renal pain, nocturnal enuresis, prostate disorder, pyelonephritis, scrotal edema, urethral pain, urethral disease, urogenital anomaly, vaginitis, Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea, DRESS syndrome, systemic lupus erythematosus, cutaneous lupus erythematosus, gastric adenomatous polyp

This medication should be stored in a light-resistant container as it is sensitive to light. It’s best to avoid storing it in excessively hot or cold environments, keeping it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Yellow oblong enteric-coated film-coated tablets

Package unit

28 tablets/bottle