PANTOPRAZOLE (Injection) (Injectable)
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PANTOPRAZOLE (Injection) (Injectable) Drug and Prescription Information
PANTOPRAZOLE (Injection) (Injectable)
PANTOPRAZOLE (Injection) (Injectable) Medication Classification
PANTOPRAZOLE (Injection)
PANTOPRAZOLE (Injection) (Injectable) Brandname
Protonix
PANTOPRAZOLE (Injection) (Injectable) is used for the Treatment
Pantoprazole (pan-TOE-pra-zole) Treats gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in people who cannot take the medicine by mouth. Also treats high levels of acid in the stomach caused by tumors (Zollinger-Ellison syndrome).
When To Not Use PANTOPRAZOLE (Injection) (Injectable)
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to pantoprazole.
How Should You Use PANTOPRAZOLE (Injection) (Injectable)
Injectable
- Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given. This medicine is given through a needle placed in one of your veins.
- A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine. It may also be given by a home health caregiver.
- You may be taught how to give your medicine at home. Make sure you understand all instructions before giving yourself an injection. Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to.
- Use a new needle and syringe each time you inject your medicine.
- Never share your medicine with anyone.
- You will need to switch to oral tablets as soon as you are able to use them. Carefully follow your doctor's instructions when changing from one form to the other, to make sure you continue to have enough medicine in your body. If a dose is missed:
- If you miss a dose or forget to use your medicine, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to use the medicine and skip the missed dose.
- Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Proper PANTOPRAZOLE (Injection) (Injectable) Storage
Store PANTOPRAZOLE (Injection) (Injectable) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep PANTOPRAZOLE (Injection) (Injectable) and all medications out of the reach of children.
What To Avoid While Using PANTOPRAZOLE (Injection) (Injectable)
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using ketoconazole (Nizoral®), ampicillin (Omnipen®), or iron supplements.
PANTOPRAZOLE (Injection) (Injectable) Warnings
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
PANTOPRAZOLE (Injection) (Injectable) Side Effects
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, tightness in chest, trouble breathing
- Blistering, peeling, red skin rash
- Redness, swelling, or pain where the IV is inserted
- Unusual tiredness, weakness, or trouble with coordination If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
- Stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation
- Trouble sleeping
