PENTOYES-40 (Pantoprazole 40 mg Tablet)

Uses (7)

1. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
2. Acid reflux
3. Peptic ulcer disease
4. Zollinger–Ellison syndrome
5. Gastritis
6. NSAID-induced ulcers
7. Heartburn

Side Effects (7)

1. Headache
2. Diarrhea
3. Nausea
4. Abdominal pain
5. Flatulence
6. Dizziness
7. Vitamin B12 deficiency (long-term use)

Precautions (7)

1. Avoid long-term unsupervised use
2. Use cautiously in liver disease
3. Monitor magnesium levels (long-term)
4. Risk of bone fractures (prolonged use)
5. Use in pregnancy only if prescribed
6. Avoid sudden discontinuation
7. Rule out gastric malignancy before use

Mechanism of Action (MOA) (7)

1. Proton pump inhibitor (PPI)
2. Inhibits H⁺/K⁺ ATPase enzyme
3. Blocks final step of acid secretion
4. Reduces gastric acid production
5. Provides long-lasting acid suppression
6. Promotes ulcer healing
7. Relieves acid-related symptoms

Tags: Pantoprazole 40 mg