PRODUCT DETAILS

About Pantofid L 40mg/75mg Capsule SR

LEVOSULPIRIDE+PANTOPRAZOLE belongs to a group of medicines called gastrointestinal agents used to treat gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD), acidity, indigestion, heartburn, and peptic ulcers. Gastroesophageal reflux disease occurs when stomach acid frequently flows back into the food pipe (oesophagus); this causes acidity and heartburn. Peptic ulcers are sores that develop on the inner lining of the intestine and stomach.

Uses of Pantofid L 40mg/75mg Capsule SR

Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, acidity, Indigestion heartburn, and Peptic ulcers.

Medicinal Benefits of Pantofid L 40mg/75mg Capsule SR

LEVOSULPIRIDE+PANTOPRAZOLE belongs to a group of medicines called gastrointestinal agents used to treat gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, acidity, indigestion heartburn, and peptic ulcers. LEVOSULPIRIDE+PANTOPRAZOLE is a combination of two drugs, namely: Pantoprazole (proton pump inhibitor) and Levosulpiride (prokinetic agent). Pantoprazole works by blocking the action of an enzyme called gastric proton pump, which is responsible for the production of acid. Levosulpiride works by increasing the pressure of the inferior oesophageal (food pipe) sphincter, thereby prevents backflow of food and acid into the mouth. Together, LEVOSULPIRIDE+PANTOPRAZOLE helps in preventing acid reflux, thereby provides relief from acidity and heartburn.

Directions for Use

Take LEVOSULPIRIDE+PANTOPRAZOLE 1hour prior food. Do not chew, or crush the tablet; swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Depending on your medical condition, your doctor will decide how long you need to take LEVOSULPIRIDE+PANTOPRAZOLE.

Side Effects of Pantofid L 40mg/75mg Capsule SR

Like all medicines, LEVOSULPIRIDE+PANTOPRAZOLE can also cause side-effects, although not everybody experiences them. Headache, nausea, vomiting, gas, dry mouth, dizziness and diarrhoea are the common side-effects of LEVOSULPIRIDE+PANTOPRAZOLE. Talk to your doctor if you experience any of these side-effects persistently.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take LEVOSULPIRIDE+PANTOPRAZOLE if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor before taking LEVOSULPIRIDE+PANTOPRAZOLE if you have a history of pheochromocytoma (tumour of the adrenal gland), epilepsy, mania, gastrointestinal bleeding, intestinal obstruction, or severe kidney and liver impairment. LEVOSULPIRIDE+PANTOPRAZOLE may cause osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), and hypomagnesemia (low magnesium levels) on long term treatment. Do not take LEVOSULPIRIDE+PANTOPRAZOLE if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by the doctor. LEVOSULPIRIDE+PANTOPRAZOLE causes dizziness and drowsiness, so drive only if you are alert. LEVOSULPIRIDE+PANTOPRAZOLE should not be given to children as the safety and effectiveness have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with LEVOSULPIRIDE+PANTOPRAZOLE as it could lead to increased drowsiness and can elevate the production of stomach acid.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

LEVOSULPIRIDE+PANTOPRAZOLE may have interaction with medicines such as ketoconazole, itraconazole and posaconazole (used to treat fungal infections) or erlotinib (used for certain types of cancer), warfarin and phenprocoumon (blood thinners), atazanavir (a medicine used to treat HIV-infection), methotrexate (used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, and cancer), fluvoxamine (used to treat depression and other psychiatric diseases), rifampicin (used to treat infections), and St John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum) (used to treat mild depression).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

 LEVOSULPIRIDE+PANTOPRAZOLE may have interactions with gastrointestinal bleeding, intestinal obstruction, pheochromocytoma (tumour of the adrenal gland), epilepsy, mania, Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea (CDAD), liver disease, bone fractures, hypomagnesemia (low levels of magnesium).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

• Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking LEVOSULPIRIDE+PANTOPRAZOLE. Alcohol intake leads to increased production of stomach acid, thereby increases acidity and heartburn.

PREGNANCY

• Consult your doctor before taking LEVOSULPIRIDE+PANTOPRAZOLE if you are pregnant; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

BREAST FEEDING

• LEVOSULPIRIDE+PANTOPRAZOLE may pass into breast milk. Consult your doctor before taking LEVOSULPIRIDE+PANTOPRAZOLE; your doctor will decide whether LEVOSULPIRIDE+PANTOPRAZOLE can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

DRIVING

• LEVOSULPIRIDE+PANTOPRAZOLE causes dizziness and drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

LIVER

• Dose adjustment may be needed. Consult your doctor before taking LEVOSULPIRIDE+PANTOPRAZOLE if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

KIDNEY

• Dose adjustment may be needed. Consult your doctor before taking LEVOSULPIRIDE+PANTOPRAZOLE if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.