Q) How does PANTAGUT 40MG TABLET work? A) PANTAGUT 40MG TABLET works by lowering the production of acid in the stomach. This helps in treating excess acid production diseases related to the stomach and intestines.
Q) Does PANTAGUT 40MG TABLET helps in the treatment of heart burn symptoms? A) Yes, when prescribed by the doctor PANTAGUT 40MG TABLET helps to get relief from heartburn symptoms, but PANTAGUT 40MG TABLET does not provide immediate relief from heartburn. PANTAGUT 40MG TABLET is a part of the treatment for treating heartburn.
Q) Can PANTAGUT 40MG TABLET be used for long-term treatment? A) No, you are advised to take PANTAGUT 40MG TABLET as long as your doctor has prescribed. Taking PANTAGUT 40MG TABLET for a long period of time may make you prone to developing very serious side effects such as vitamin B12 deficiency.
Q) Is PANTAGUT 40MG TABLET an antibiotic? A) No, PANTAGUT 40MG TABLET is a proton pump inhibitor, used to treat stomach ulcers. Sometimes your doctor may prescribe PANTAGUT 40MG TABLET combination with certain antibiotic to treat stomach ulcers that are caused by the bacteria known as H. pylori.
Q) Does taking PANTAGUT 40MG TABLET causes hypomagnesemia? A) Yes, PANTAGUT 40MG TABLET may cause low levels of magnesium in the body if taken for at least three months and mostly if taken for a year. The patients with hypomagnesemia are usually treated with magnesium replacement medications to counter low magnesium levels in the body.
Q) Does PANTAGUT 40MG TABLET cause osteoporosis? A) Yes, it has been reported that taking PANTAGUT 40MG TABLET for at least 7 years may lead to increased risks of osteoporosis and osteoporosis-related fractures. Your doctor may prescribe you additional calcium supplements to resolve the deficiency.
Q) Is PANTAGUT 40MG TABLET safe for children? A) PANTAGUT 40MG TABLET can be safe if taken as prescribed by your doctor for treating children of 5 years and above. Your doctor may prescribe PANTAGUT 40MG TABLET to your child for 8 weeks or for lesser period for the relief of erosive oesophagitis.
Q) Can I take PANTAGUT 40MG TABLET twice a day? A) You are advised to take PANTAGUT 40MG TABLET as prescribed by your doctor. Sometimes your doctor may prescribe PANTAGUT 40MG TABLET twice a day for treatment of excess acid produced by stomach.
Q) Can PANTAGUT 40MG TABLET cause noncancerous polyps in the stomach? A) Yes, you are advised to take PANTAGUT 40MG TABLET as prescribed by your doctor since long-term use of PANTAGUT 40MG TABLET may cause growth of noncancerous polyps in the stomach. You may also need to undergo endoscopic procedures as instructed by your doctor for visualization of GI tract.
