It comes as a delayed-release (long-acting) tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken once or twice a day. It should be taken approximately 30 minutes prior to meals for maximal effectiveness. Tablets should be swallowed whole and should not be crushed, split or chewed. Injection administered by healthcare providers as into the vein.
IV- 40 mg/day for 7 to 10 days.
Erosive esophagitis: Adults 40 mg/day up to 8 weeks.
Children: 20mg/day up to 8weeks.
Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome: 40mg twice daily. IV: 80 mg every 12 hour.
Protonix, Protonix I.V.
Dosage & When it is to be taken
PO- GERD- 20-40 mg /day in the morning for 4 to 8 weeks if needed. Maintenance: 20-40 mg/day.IV- 40 mg/day for 7 to 10 days.
Erosive esophagitis: Adults 40 mg/day up to 8 weeks.
Children: 20mg/day up to 8weeks.
Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome: 40mg twice daily. IV: 80 mg every 12 hour.
When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)
Hypersensitivity and lactation.Drug Name : Pantoprazole
This medication is a proton-pump inhibitor, prescribed for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), ulcers, Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome, and erosive esophagitis.Trade Names/Brand Names of Pantoprazole
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Protonix, Protonix I.V.
