Pentaloc 40mg Tab (Pantoprazole)

Pentaloc 40mg Tab (Pantoprazole) 

Pentaloc 40mg is a tab manufactured by Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd. which is used in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease and peptic ulcer. Its main ingredient is Pantoprazole and it acts as 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.

Side effects caused by this drug are Vomiting, headache, stomach pain, nausea, flatulence, diarrhea.

Prevention should be taken in this case as to avoid the side effects and make sure you don’t miss the timing of drug.

 Substitutes Available 

1. Pentab 40mg Tab (by Alembic Ltd.)
2. Pantodac 40mg Tab (by Zydus Cadila)
3. Pantogem 40mg Tab (by Genetic Pharma)
4. Pentodell 40mg Tab (by Cadell Healthcare Ltd.)

 Side Effects 

1. Headache
2. Nausea
3. Diarrhea 

 Safety 

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