Pantozol

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Pantozol lowers gastric acid production. The drug helps relieve acid-related stomach and intestinal complaints. Read all the important information about the drug Pantozol here.

This active ingredient is in Pantozol

The active ingredient in Pantozol is called pantoprazole. It belongs to the group of selective proton pump inhibitors. This is a class of active ingredients that occupy acid-producing cells on the gastric mucosa and thus reduce gastric acid secretion. This protects the stomach and intestines from irritation.

When is Pantozol used?

The remedy is recommended:

for heartburn, i.e. when excess stomach acid rises into the esophagus, which leads to severe irritation and inflammation.
for gastric ulcers (gastric ulcer)
when taking pain relievers

What are the side effects of Pantozol?

Pantozol can cause side effects. However, these occur with different frequencies.

The most common Pantozol side effects include gastrointestinal complaints such as flatulence, diarrhea, constipation or abdominal pain. Occasionally, however, nausea and vomiting can occur.

Occasionally, allergic skin reactions are possible, manifesting as itching, rashes and edema (water retention). Sleep disorders, headaches and dizziness are also known as Pantozol side effects.

The bilirubin concentration (breakdown product of the red blood pigment) in the blood rarely rises.

Muscle pain is also described as a side effect of the Pantozol effect.

If you experience severe side effects from taking the drug, you should always consult a doctor.

You should bear this in mind when using Pantozol

Pantozol must not be taken:

if hypersensitivity to the active ingredient or other components of the drug is known
if you are taking a medicine containing atazanavir (used to treat HIV infection) at the same time
in combination with antibiotics, if you have liver or kidney problems
Children under the age of 18 should not take the drug.

Particular caution is required when taking Pantozol if:

liver function is impaired.
the intake takes place over a longer period of time (more than 1 year).
a gastric bacterium (Helicobacter pylori) should be completely removed, as the reduced amount of gastric acid caused by the active ingredient promotes the growth of the bacteria.
Osteoporosis (bone loss) has been diagnosed. The drug can increase the risk of fractures, especially of the vertebrae and wrist.
the patient suffers from a vitamin B 12 deficiency. Because Pantozol can cause vitamin B12 to be absorbed more poorly by the body.

So far, the interactions of the Pantozol active ingredient with other drugs have been limited to a few exceptions. The effect of certain blood thinners (such as phenprocoumon or warafin) can be increased by taking Pantozol. Likewise, the simultaneous use of Pantozol with other drugs can inhibit enzymes in the liver and damage them.

The drug is usually taken once a day. The use of the drug is not limited in time.

pregnancy and breast feeding period

It is not known what consequences Pantozol can have on the unborn child. Thus, the drug should not be used during pregnancy. However, it is known that the drug can pass into breast milk. A doctor must decide whether therapy during breastfeeding makes sense for mother and child.

How to get Pantozol

With the exception of one dosage form, all Pantozol products require a prescription and are available in pharmacies. The product is offered as an enteric tablet with either 20 mg or 40 mg of the active ingredient. The lighter 20 mg tablet is also marketed as Pantolzol-Control and is freely available.