Pentab 20mg Tab (Pantoprazole)

Pentab 20mg Tab (Pantoprazole) 

Pentab 20mg is a tab made by alembic limited which is used in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease(acid reflux) and peptic ulcer. Its main ingredient is a Pantoprazole which is a proton pump inhibitor. Functionally it works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach. This gives relief in acid related issues and heartburn.

Take this medicine as advised by your doctor but the time interval should be maintained. Take this tab as a whole don’t crush it or cut it into half this won’t give you much benefit.  

This drug has an interaction with some of the many of the tabs due to which it can cause some serious health issues. Some of them are Magnesium Hydroxide, Lorazepam, Clonazepam, Alprazolam, Clobazam etc.  

 Substitutes Available 

1. Pan 20mg Tab (by Alembic Ltd.)
2. Protera 20mg Tab (by Lupin Ltd.)

 Side Effects 

1. Headache
2. Nausea
3. Diarrhea 
4. Stomach pain

 Safety 

1. Pregnancy - Consult your doctor 
2. Breastfeeding - Consult your doctor
3. Allergy - Contraindicated if allergic to Pantoprazole or any other ingredient