Propan 20Mg Tablet

Propan tablet is prescribed for the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders like gastroesophageal diseases or GERD, peptic ulcers, acid reflux and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. This proton-pump inhibitor reduces the amount of naturally occurring acid in the stomach.

It helps by preventing oesophagus being damaged by the acids and treating peptic ulcers in the digestive system. It is important that you stick to the dosage prescribed by the doctor to avoid any serious side effects. If you miss a dose, just skip it.

• Erosive Esophagitis

• Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

• Helicobacter Pylori Infection

• Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome

• Other Forms Of Ulcers

• Osteoporosis

• Hypersensitivity

• Liver Disease

• Osteoporosis

• Hypomagnesemia

• Headache

• Diarrhoea

• Nausea Or Vomiting

• Anorexia

• Convulsions

• Altered Sense Of Taste

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The duration of the effect of the medication lasts for an average of 24 hours, hence you need to take just one dose in a day.

• What is the onset of action?

  One can observe the onset of action within an hour of oral administration. Consult your doctor to seek the best schedule of medication.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  It is probably safe to use the medication by pregnant women but should be consumed only after discussing all the benefits and risks involved with the doctor.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit-forming tendencies have been reported with the use of this medication.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Breastfeeding women must consult the doctor and take this medication only if there are no other substitutes.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  The results of combining the use of this medication with alcohol are unknown. Consult your doctor to know about the safety of consuming alcohol while on the medication.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no sufficient information regarding this but it is advised that you avoid driving if you experience excessive drowsiness or calmness.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  People suffering from kidney related diseases should take extra precaution while taking this medication. Consult your doctor to seek more help to avoid any serious implications.

• Does this affect liver function?

  It is advised that you avoid the medication if you suffer from any liver related disease as the medication can aggravate the existing conditions. Ask for substitute medications from your doctor.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Propan 20Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Panpure 20mg Tablet

  Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Pentopen 20Mg Tablet

  Morepen Laboratories Ltd

• Pagero 20Mg Tablet

  Abbott India Ltd

• P Praz 20Mg Tablet

  Carise Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Pantacool 20Mg Tablet

  PCI Pharmaceuticals

• Pantact 20Mg Tablet

  Active Healthcare

• Pantop Forte 20Mg Tablet

  Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Protopan 20Mg Tablet

  East West Pharma

• Ppi 20Mg Capsule

  Bio Drugs Laboratories Pvt Ltd

• Coolpix 20Mg Tablet

  Srigen Pharmaceuticals

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  In case you miss a dose, it is advised that you skip the dose and not try to compensate it. A double dose can lead to overdose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  In case of an overdose, consult your doctor for immediate help to avoid any serious effects.

It is a proton pump inhibitor drug and 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

  Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Medicine

  Propan 20Mg Tablet can interact with certain medications and supplements to cause serious side effects. Ketoconazole, methotrexate, warfarin, nelfinavir and digoxin are few of the medications that you should be careful about while taking this Propan 20Mg Tablet. It is important that you inform your doctor about the medications you are already taking at the time of prescription.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  The medication can interact with diseases like osteoporosis, hypomagnesemia and liver diseases to cause serious side effects. If you have any such diseases, make sure that you discuss it with your doctor before starting the course of medication.

• Ques : What is Propan 20Mg Tablet?

  Ans : Propan has Pantoprazole as an active elements present in it. This medicine performs its action by decreasing the amount of acid in the stomach which helps in relief of acid related indigestion and heartburn.

• Ques : What are the uses of Propan 20Mg Tablet?

  Ans : Propan is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Erosive Esophagitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, and Helicobacter pylori Infection.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Propan 20Mg Tablet?

  Ans : Side effects include Headache, Altered sense of taste, Runny Nose and Cough, Diarrhea, Nausea or Vomiting, Unusual tiredness and weakness, Skin Rash, Anorexia, and Injection site Thrombophlebitis.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Propan 20Mg Tablet?

  Ans : Propan should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.