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PANTAFOL DSR |
Pantafol DSr Capsule is used for Gas, Back flow of acid from stomach, Treatment for symptoms associated with idiopathic or diabetic gastroparesis, Treatment for intractable nausea and vomiting, Heartburn, Difficulty in swallowing and other conditions.
Pantafol DSr Capsule contains Domperidone, and Pantoprazole as active ingredients.
Pantafol DSr Capsule works by blocking the dopamine receptors; reducing the amount of acid produced in the stomach
Pantafol DSr Capsule Uses
Pantafol DSr Capsule is used for the treatment, control, prevention, & improvement of the following diseases, conditions and symptoms:
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Gas Join 110 Pro Subscribers
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Back flow of acid from stomach
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Treatment for symptoms associated with idiopathic or diabetic gastroparesis
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Treatment for intractable nausea and vomiting
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Heartburn Join 236 Pro Subscribers
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Difficulty in swallowing
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Inflammation of esophagus
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Excess acid secretion by stomach
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Intestinal or stomach ulcers Join 192 Pro Subscribers
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Pantafol DSr Capsule Working, Mechanism of Action and Pharmacology
Pantafol DSr Capsule improves the patient's condition by performing the following functions:
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Blocking the dopamine receptors.
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Reducing the amount of acid produced in the stomach.
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Pantafol DSr Capsule - Composition and Active Ingredients
Pantafol DSr Capsule is composed of the following active ingredients (salts)
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Domperidone
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Pantoprazole
Please note that this medicine may be available in various strengths for each active ingredient listed above.
Pantafol DSr Capsule - Side-effects
The following is a list of possible side-effects that may occur from all constituting ingredients of Pantafol DSr Capsule. This is not a comprehensive list. These side-effects are possible, but do not always occur. Some of the side-effects may be rare but serious. Consult your doctor if you observe any of the following side-effects, especially if they do not go away.
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Headache
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Somnolence
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Akathisia
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Diarrhea
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Rash
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Pruritus
If you notice other side-effects not listed above, contact your doctor for medical advice. You may also report side-effects to your local food and drug administration authority.
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Pantafol DSr Capsule - Precautions & How to Use
Before using this drug, inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products (e.g. vitamins, herbal supplements, etc.), allergies, pre-existing diseases, and current health conditions (e.g. pregnancy, upcoming surgery, etc.). Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side-effects of the drug. Take as directed by your doctor or follow the direction printed on the product insert. Dosage is based on your condition. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens. Important counseling points are listed below.
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Avoid driving or operating machinery
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Be careful before using the medicine if having liver disease and deficiency of vitamin B12
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Concurrent use with QT prolongating agents
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Discontinue use if experiencing signs or symptoms associated with cardiac arrhythmia
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Do not take the medicine if you are allergic to it
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Older patients
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Where to Buy Pantafol DSr Capsule
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Pantafol DSr Capsule - Drug Interactions
If you use other drugs or over the counter products at the same time, the effects of Pantafol DSr Capsule may change. This may increase your risk for side-effects or cause your drug not to work properly. Tell your doctor about all the drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements you are using, so that you doctor can help you prevent or manage drug interactions. Pantafol DSr Capsule may interact with the following drugs and products:
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Amiodarone
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Amprenavir
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Antacids
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Aprepitant
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Atazanavir
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Atropine
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Pantafol DSr Capsule - Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to Pantafol DSr Capsule is a contraindication. In addition, Pantafol DSr Capsule should not be used if you have the following conditions:
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Atrophic gastritis
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Broken bone
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Clostridium difficile bacteria related colitis
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Co-administration with potent CYP3A4 inhibitors
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Concomitant use with medicines that prolong the QT interval
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Congestive heart failure
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Pantafol DSr Capsule - Frequently asked Questions
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Is Pantafol DSr Capsule safe to consume or apply when pregnant?
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Domperidone: Please consult with your doctor for case-specific recommendations.
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Pantoprazole: Please consult with your doctor for case-specific recommendations.
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Is Pantafol DSr Capsule safe while breastfeeding?
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Domperidone: No
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Pantoprazole: Please discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
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Can Pantafol DSr Capsule be used for gas and back flow of acid from stomach?
Yes, gas and back flow of acid from stomach are among the most common reported uses for Pantafol DSr Capsule. Please do not use Pantafol DSr Capsule for gas and back flow of acid from stomach without consulting first with your doctor. Click here to find out what other patients report as common uses for Pantafol DSr Capsule.
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How long do I need to use Pantafol DSr Capsule before I see improvement of my conditions?
TabletWise.com users have reported same day and 1 week as the most common time it takes before they saw improvements in their conditions. These times may not be reflective of what you may experience or how you should use this medicine. Please consult with your doctor to check how long do you need to use Pantafol DSr Capsule. Click here to find out what other patients report as time for effectiveness for Pantafol DSr Capsule.
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At what frequency do I need to use Pantafol DSr Capsule?
TabletWise.com users have reported once a day and twice a day as the most common frequency of using Pantafol DSr Capsule. Please follow your doctor's advice on how often you need to Pantafol DSr Capsule. Click here to find out what other patients report as frequency of using Pantafol DSr Capsule.
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Should I consume Pantafol DSr Capsule empty stomach, before food or after food?
TabletWise.com users have most commonly reported consuming Pantafol DSr Capsule after food. However, this may not be reflective of how you should consume this medicine. Please follow your doctor's advice on how you should use this medicine. Click here to find out what other patients report as timing of using Pantafol DSr Capsule.
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Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
If you experience drowsiness, dizziness, hypotension or a headache as side-effects when using Pantafol DSr Capsule medicine then it may not be safe to drive a vehicle or operate heavy machinery. One should not drive a vehicle if using the medicine makes you drowsy, dizzy or lowers your blood-pressure extensively. Pharmacists also advise patients not to drink alcohol with medicines as alcohol intensifies drowsiness side-effects. Please check for these effects on your body when using Pantafol DSr Capsule. Always consult with your doctor for recommendations specific to your body and health conditions.
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Is this medicine or product addictive or habit forming?
Most medicines don't come with a potential for addiction or abuse. Usually, government's categorizes medicines that can be addictive as controlled substances. Examples include schedule H or X in India and schedule II-V in the US. Please consult the product package to make sure that the medicine does not belong to such special categorizations of medicines. Lastly, do not self-medicate and increase your body's dependence to medicines without the advice of a doctor.
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Can it be stopped immediately or do I have to slowly ween off consumption?
Some medicines need to be tapered or cannot be stopped immediately because of rebound effects. Please consult with your doctor for recommendations specific to your body, health and other medications that you may be using.
Other important Information on Pantafol DSr Capsule
Missing a dose
In case you miss a dose, use it as soon as you notice. If it is close to the time of your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your dosing schedule. Do not use extra dose to make up for a missed dose. If you are regularly missing doses, consider setting an alarm or asking a family member to remind you. Please consult your doctor to discuss changes in your dosing schedule or a new schedule to make up for missed doses, if you have missed too many doses recently.
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Overdosage of Pantafol DSr Capsule
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Do not use more than prescribed dose. Taking more medication will not improve your symptoms; rather they may cause poisoning or serious side-effects. If you suspect that you or anyone else who may have overdosed of Pantafol DSr Capsule, please go to the emergency department of the closest hospital or nursing home. Bring a medicine box, container, or label with you to help doctors with necessary information.
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Do not give your medicines to other people even if you know that they have the same condition or it seems that they may have similar conditions. This may lead to overdosage.
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Please consult your physician or pharmacist or product package for more information.
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Storage of Pantafol DSr Capsule
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Store medicines at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Do not freeze medicines unless required by package insert. Keep medicines away from children and pets.
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Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into drainage unless instructed to do so. Medication discarded in this manner may contaminate the environment. Please consult your pharmacist or doctor for more details on how to safely discard Pantafol DSr Capsule.
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Expired Pantafol DSr Capsule
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Taking a single dose of expired Pantafol DSr Capsule is unlikely to produce an adverse event. However, please discuss with your primary health provider or pharmacist for proper advice or if you feel unwell or sick. Expired drug may become ineffective in treating your prescribed conditions. To be on the safe side, it is important not to use expired drug. If you have a chronic illness that requires taking medicine constantly such as heart condition, seizures, and life-threatening allergies, you are much safer keeping in touch with your primary health care provider so that you can have a fresh supply of unexpired medications.
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Dosage Information
Please consult your physician or pharmacist or refer to product package.
Pantafol DSr Capsule - Packages and Strengths
Pantafol DSr Capsule is available in the following packages and strengths
Pantafol DSr Capsule - Packages: 10 Capsule