PAN Junior Tablet

PAN Junior Tablet MD Orange

Category: Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI)
Active Ingredient: Pantoprazole (as pantoprazole sodium sesquihydrate)

Uses:

• Treats heartburn, acid reflux (GERD), peptic ulcers, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.

• Prevents ulcers caused by long-term painkiller use.

Key Benefits:

• Reduces stomach acid production.

• Promotes healing of acid-related damage.

• Effective for rare conditions like Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.

Dosage & Administration:

• Take 1 hour before meals (preferably morning).

• Do not swallow whole: Place tablet on tongue to dissolve.

• Avoid handling with wet hands (may degrade the tablet).

Side Effects (Common):

• Nausea, headache, dizziness, diarrhea, stomach pain.

• Long-term use: May increase risk of bone fractures (monitor calcium/vitamin D).

Safety Advice:

• Avoid alcohol (increases side effects).

• Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Consult doctor.

• Liver/Kidney Disease: Dose adjustment may be needed (caution in severe liver disease).

• Driving: May cause dizziness (avoid if affected).

Lifestyle Tips:

• Eat smaller, frequent meals.

• Avoid caffeine, spicy/fatty foods.

Missed Dose?

• Take ASAP if remembered, but skip if close to next dose. Never double dose.

Note:

• Not for immediate relief (takes 1–4 days for full effect).

• Long-term use requires medical supervision.

For further details, consult your doctor or pharmacist. Always follow prescribed instructions.