In this video we will cover everything you need to know about Pantoprazole, also known as Protonix. We will discuss how and when to use it, we will cover its side effects, dosage and much, much more.

Generic name: Pantoprazole.
Brand names: Protonix.
Available as a tablet and as an injection.

How to use it?
- Tablet: swallow it whole with half a glass of water. These tablets are covered with a protective film, therefore you should not break them or bite on them. As this will decrease their effectivity.
- Injection: your doctor or nurse will place the injection. Usually you do not need to do this yourself.

Here it is important to mention you can take pantoprazole at any time of the day, but it is best to do so at fixed times. This will make you less likely to forget a dose.

When to use it?
Pantoprazole is part of a group of drugs called, proton-pump inhibitors. These drugs selectively inhibit the production of stomach acid. Therefore Pantoprazole can be used to treat:
- Heartburn also called Gastroesophageal reflux disease.
- An inflammation of your gullet/esophagus.
- An ulcer in your stomach or intestines
- Infection of the H. Pylori bacteria.

What is the correct dosage?
The precise dose will depend on your specific indication of use, the side effect you might experience and the severity of your symptoms. Therefore always use the precise amount and frequency your doctor prescribed you.
- However, when treating GERD your doctor might prescribe a dose of 40mg 1x day for 4-8 weeks. If necessary this dose can be increase to 40mg 2x per day.
- For the treatment of an ulcer in your stomach or intestines your doctor might prescribe the same dose of 40mg 1x day for 4-8 weeks. Which again, can be increase to 40mg 2x per day if necessary.
- And when treating an H. Pylori infection your doctor might prescribe you 40mg 2x per day for 1-2 weeks, in combination with several antibiotics.

What are the side-effects?
- Common (1-10%): gastric polyps.
Uncommon (0.1-1%): sleep disturbances, headache, dizziness, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, bloating, constipation, dry mouth, abdominal pain, skin rash, itching, fatigue and fractures.
Rare (0.01-0.1%): hypersensitivity, weight change, depression, visual impairment, taste disorder, elevated body temperature and edema.
Very rare (0.01%): changes in your blood values.

Safety:
First of all, pantoprazole can cause dizziness or blurry vision. If you experience any of these, then please do not drive as this could be dangerous.
Furthermore, combining pantoprazole with alcohol, can increase its side effects. So take proper care when doing so.
In addition, pantoprazole can have interactions with other drugs your are taking. always discuss this with your prescribing doctor.
Lastly, the available medical evidence shows that pantoprazole seems to be safe to use for pregnant women and women who are breastfeeding, however there are some exceptions. Therefore always discuss this with your doctor.

- Disclaimer: this video and the comments are meant purely informational! This is not medical advice! If you are looking for medical advice always contact your own doctor. -

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Literature:
1: Farmacotherapeutisch Kompas. (2021). Pantoprazol.
2: Apotheek.nl (2021). Pantoprazol.

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