P2I Tablet- 10
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Manufactured By Lupin Ltd
Composition Pantoprazole (40mg)
Package Size ( 10 Tablet in a strip )
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Interactions / Warnings:
Taking a large amount of alcohol can increase acidity and cause acid reflux in the food pipe causing heartburn. This would decrease the effect of this drug and can aggravate your underlying condition.
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A: P2i is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) which is used for the treatment of conditions like heartburn, acid regurgitation, and stomach ulcers.
Q: Is P2i an antacid?
A: No, P2i is not an antacid, it belongs to a therapeutic group of drugs called proton pump inhibitors. It acts by decreasing acid secretion in the stomach while antacids neutralize the acid in the stomach and coat the stomach mucosa.
Q: Is P2i safe?
A: P2i is relatively safe if taken in prescribed dose for prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
Q: Is P2i a painkiller?
A: No, P2i is not a painkiller. It is a proton pump inhibitor which is used for the treatment of conditions like heartburn, acid regurgitation, and stomach ulcers.
Q: Is P2i a proton pump inhibitor (PPI)?
A: Yes, P2i is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) which inhibits the secretion of hydrochloric acid in the stomach.
Q: Can I take P2i forever?
A: P2i should not be taken for a long time unless there is an indication for the medicine. Though generally safe, certain conditions like low magnesium levels and fractures are associated with long-term use. Consult your doctor before continuing the drug for a long time as you may need to get some tests done on a regular basis.
Q: Can I take P2i with ondansetron?
A: No relevant interactions have been reported between P2i and ondansetron. Consult your doctor before taking them together.
Q: Can I take P2i with azithromycin?
A: No clinically relevant interactions have been reported between P2i and azithromycin so far. Consult your doctor before taking these drugs together.
Q: Can I take P2i with Ibuprofen?
A: There are no interactions reported between P2i and ibuprofen when used together. However, you must consult your doctor before taking them together.
Q: Can I take P2i with ranitidine?
A: Both P2i and ranitidine work by lowering the acid secretion in the stomach for stomach ulcers and heartburn. There are no interactions reported between ranitidine and P2i if used together. However, studies have also shown no additional benefit in using ranitidine along with P2i. Please Consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take P2i with amoxicillin?
A: No clinically relevant interaction has been reported between P2i P2i and amoxicillin. Please check with your doctor before taking these medicines together.
Q: Can I take P2i with antibiotics?
A: Various studies comparing the use of P2i while the patients were also taking different antibiotics revealed no clinically relevant interactions. However, always consult your doctor before taking P2i along with antibiotics.
Q: Can I take P2i with levothyroxine?
A: Absorption (time to reach blood) of levothyroxine may be delayed if it is taken with P2i. Consult your doctor before taking both the medicines together.
Q: Can I take P2i with other medications?
A: P2i can generally be taken safely with other drugs. But there are certain medications like anti-HIV drugs and anticoagulants which can have interaction with P2i and thus should not be combined or should be closely monitored when given together. Please consult your doctor if you need to take P2i with other medications.
Q: Can I take P2i with ciprofloxacin?
A: There are no interactions reported between P2i and ciprofloxacin. However, this does not mean interactions cannot occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Does P2i cause hair loss?
A: Hair loss has not been reported with the use of P2i. If you experience excessive hair loss while taking P2i, please consult your doctor.
Q: Does P2i cause constipation?
A: Both diarrhea and constipation have been reported as a common side effects of P2i in children and in adults. Consult your doctor if you experience intolerable side effects while taking P2i.
Q: Does P2i cause weight gain?
A: Change in weight has been associated with P2i. Consult your doctor if you have weight gain or weight loss during P2i use.
Q: Does P2i cause dry mouth?
A: Dry mouth has been reported as a side effect with P2i. Kindly consult your doctor if you have this problem while taking P2i.
Q: Does P2i cause gas?
A: Flatulence (gas), abdominal distension, and bloating (fullness) have been associated with P2i use. Consult your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms.
Q: Does P2i cause dementia?
A: Dementia has not been reported with P2i use. Consult your doctor if you have any symptoms of dementia.
Q: Does P2i cause diarrhea?
A: Diarrhea is one of the most commonly occurring side effects with the use of P2i. Do consult your doctor if you have any such symptom.
Q: Does P2i expire?
A: Yes, like any other medicine, P2i has an expiry date. Please check the expiry date mentioned on the pack before taking the medicine.
Q: Does P2i contain aluminum or magnesium?
A: P2i does not commonly contain aluminum or magnesium as an excipient (additional substance) or as a coating. Please read the package insert available with the medicine for further information.
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