Pantocid Dsr Capsule

Pantocid Dsr Capsule is used for treating GERD (Gastro-esophageal reflux disease), which does not respond to Pantoprazole medications alone. It prevents the tendency of vomiting and nausea in people suffering from gastrointestinal problems.

Pantocid Dsr Capsule is a combination of Domperidone and Pantoprazole. The active ingredients fall under the class of dopamine antagonist and PPI (Proton pump inhibitor), respectively.

Pantocid DSR is also prescribed to the patients of peptic ulcer and who take certain medicines for Parkinson’s disease. The medicine tightens the muscles near the entrance of the stomach and relaxes the ones present at the exit.

The action of this medication helps to speed up the passing of the food that you intake - from your stomach to your intestine, reducing the feeling of nausea and sickness, also preventing vomiting.

Pantocid DSR medicine also works by blocking or reducing the stimulation in the ‘vomiting centre’ of your brain, which will eventually reduce the feeling of nausea and vomiting. The possible side effects of taking this medication can be headache, migraine, dryness of the mouth or breast pain.

You are advised not to take Pantocid Dsr Capsule if you have the following conditions:

• An allergy to Pantocid Dsr Capsule or any other ingredient of this medicine
• Bleeding problems or blockage in your stomach or in the intestine
• Tumour in the pituitary gland
• Cardiac disease
• Incorrect levels of magnesium, potassium or calcium in the blood
• Severe/moderate liver impairment

• Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

• Peptic Ulcer

• Allergy

• Tumor Of Pituitary Gland

• Heart Diseases

• Skin Rash

• Diarrhoea

• Headache

• Stomach Pain

• Dizziness

• Weakness

• Dry Mouth

• Cough

• Rhinitis

• Flatulence

• Insomnia

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The duration of the effect usually lasts for 6 hours but may vary from person to person. Look for a prescription of dosage that is according to your body’s reaction to the medicine. Consult a doctor for this.

• What is the onset of action?

  You can experience the effects of the Pantocid DSR medicine within 30 to 60 minutes after administration.

• Is it habit forming?

  Pantocid Dsr capsule is not habit forming. You may consult a doctor if you feel like the need of consumption even after the end of course.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  There is no sufficient information regarding the safety of the use of alcohol along with the Pantocid DSR medicine. However, it is advisable that you consult your doctor for this, as some of the side effects like dizziness an drowsiness can aggravate when interacted with alcohol.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Pregnant women must avoid this medication, as there is no conclusive evidence that makes it completely safe for use for such women. The medication may have cause problems than benefits.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Breastfeeding women should not consume Pantocid DSR medicine as it can affect the infant as well. Consume the medicine only after consulting it with a doctor. It is important to understand that you need to look if the benefits outweigh the risk in such conditions.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  You can indulge in driving but only if you are feeling completely fit. If you experience drowsiness or dizziness, it is better that you avoid indulging in such activities.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is not much information regarding the effect that the medicine can have on the functioning of the kidney. You may consult your doctor if you suffer from serious kidney related issues.

• Does this affect liver function?

  If you suffer from liver related issues, you must discuss about your medical history to the doctor to have a better understanding about the possible side effects the medicine can have on your liver.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Pantocid Dsr Capsule , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Zipant D Sr Capsule

  FDC Ltd

• Pantakind-Dsr Capsule

  Mankind Pharma Ltd

• Pantadom -Sr Capsule

  Mankind Pharma Ltd

• Pantofresh-D SR Capsule

  Samarth Life Sciences Pvt Ltd

• Paridon D 30 Mg/40 Mg Tablet Sr

  Symbiosis Lab

• Dyspan D Sr Capsule

  Gracious Pharmaceuticals

• Panage D 30Mg/40Mg Capsule Sr

  Rion Lifesciences Pvt Ltd

• Pantasur-D SR Capsule

  Salas Pharmaceuticals

• Pantofer D Sr Capsule

  Biophar Lifesciences Pvt Ltd

• Add Panto D Sr Capsule

  Addsum Lifesciences

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose, it is better if you skip that dose because a double dose can cause serious side effects. If you miss a dose and remember it within half an hour of prescribed time, you may have it.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  In case of an overdose, make sure that you visit a doctor as soon as possible. Immediate medical attention is required in cases with serious side effects.

This medication attaches to the dopaminergic receptors without causing any release of the chemical dopamine. It, in turn, facilitates gastric emptying and decreases small bowel transit time. Also, it binds to H+/K+-exchanging ATPase in gastric parietal cells, resulting in blockage of acid secretion.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Pantocid DSR can increase the intensity of side effects like drowsiness or dizziness when interacted with alcohol. Therefore, it is advisable that you discuss with your doctor if you drink quite often.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  The patients taking Pantocid DSR medicine have been reported for false results, as it interacts with investigations of Neuroendocrine Tumors, Secretin Stimulation Test, Urine Tests for THC. Thus an alternative confirmatory test should be considered to verify the results.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Concomitant use of Antiretrovirals, warfarin, methotrexate, digoxin, Drugs Dependent on Gastric pH for Absorption (e.g., iron salts, erlotinib, dasatinib, nilotinib, mycophenolate mofetil, ketoconazole, itraconazole), tacrolimus, antiarrhythmics, apomorphine, protease inhibitors, systemic azole antifungals, some macrolides (erythromycin, clarithromycin and telithromycin) is contraindicated.

• Interaction with Disease

  Pantocid DSR medication interacts with Osteoporosis, Liver disease, Hypomagnesemia.

• Interaction with Food

  There is no sufficient information regarding any food group that may harm you upon interaction with the medicine.

• Ques : What is Pantocid Dsr Capsule?

  Ans : Pantocid DSR contains Domperidone and Pantoprazole sodium sesquihydrate as active ingredients. It works by decreasing the amount of acid produced in the stomach and blocks the dopamine receptors and used for the treatment of conditions such as Gastric Ulcer, Diabetic Gastroparesis, Acidity, Fullness of stomach, Intractable Nausea and Vomiting, Belching and Heavy Bloating, etc.

• Ques : What is Pantocid Dsr Capsule used for?

  Ans : Pantocid DSR is used to treat conditions such as: Gastric ulcer, Fullness of stomach, Small intestine, Gastrin-secreting tumor, Treatment for symptoms related to idiopathic or diabetic gastroparesis, Treatment for intractable nausea and vomiting, Belching and heavy bloating, Benign gastric ulcer, Gastroesophageal reflux disease(GERD).

• Ques : What are the side effects of Pantocid Dsr Capsule?

  Ans : Pantocid DSR has some known side effects which may or may not occur always. Some of the side effects may be rare but serious such as Dizziness, Headache, Diarrhea, Stomach pain, Flatulence, Dryness in mouth, etc.

• Ques : What is the best time of day to take Pantocid Dsr Capsule?

  Ans : Pantocid DSR is available in a form of capsule and should be taken as whole with plenty of fluids, Do not chew or crush it. It should be taken empty stomach in the morning (before breakfast). The doses should be decided by the doctor and do not miss or take more than the recommended dose.

• Ques : Can Pantocid Dsr Capsule be taken empty stomach?

  Ans : It should be consumed Empty Stomach for good results.

• Ques : Can you take Pantocid Dsr Capsule after eating?

  Ans : It is advised to take this medication after 40 minutes of eating.

• Ques : Is it safe to drink alcohol after taking Pantocid Dsr Capsule?

  Ans : Drinking alcohol is not adequate while taking Pantocid as it may lead to severe side effects.

• Ques : Is it safe to take Pantocid Dsr Capsule during pregnancy?

  Ans : It is not safe to use during pregnancy.

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