Why it's used

Mylan-Pantoprazole Tablet is used for the short-term treatment of digestive diseases in which stomach acid and bile flows back and irritates the food-pipe, also known as GERD. It is a prescription medicine. This medicine works by suppressing the production of acid in the stomach. Mylan-Pantoprazole is also used for the management of inflammation and irritation of the food pipe. It is also used to treat the overproduction of stomach acid. Mylan-Pantoprazole is also used to prevent stomach ulcers caused by the use of certain medicines (called as, NSAIDs).
Proton Pump Inhibitors
Mylan-Pantoprazole belongs to a class of medicines called Proton Pump Inhibitors. Proton-pump inhibitors (PPIs) are a group of medicines that significantly reduce stomach acid production. Excess acid production causes diseases related to the stomach and intestines. PPIs are used to treat such disorders.

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How to use

Follow directions on the product label, information guide, and provided by your doctor before using Mylan-Pantoprazole. Use this medicine as per your doctor's instructions.
Mylan-Pantoprazole is used with or without food. You should swallow Mylan-Pantoprazole tablets whole. Do not split, crush or chew the tablets. Mylan-Pantoprazole is used 30 minutes before meals with applesauce (for delayed-release oral suspension).

Typical Dosage

The typical adult dose of Mylan-Pantoprazole is 40 mg once a day. The typical dose for children is 20 mg - 40 mg once a day. The maximum dose for adults of Mylan-Pantoprazole is 240 mg per day. This medicine is commonly used for a period of 8 weeks for erosive esophagitis associated with GERD. Mylan-Pantoprazole is typically used at the same time every day. It takes 2.5 hours for this medicine to start its action. There are no known habit-forming tendencies with this medicine.
Mylan-Pantoprazole is to be used for longer periods of time. Mylan-Pantoprazole may be prescribed for long-term treatment of hypersecretory conditions that produce excess stomach acid and for the long-term treatment of inflammation of the food pipe (erosive esophagitis). You should continue to use this medicine as directed by the doctor even if you feel well.
If using the liquid form of this medicine, measure the dose using the provided measuring cup, spoon, or dropper. Before pouring the medicine into the measuring device, you should check the measurement markings carefully. Then, pour the dose amount into the device. After use, clean and store the measuring device in a safe place for your next use. You should not use a tablespoon or teaspoon as the dose measuring devices since it can result in an incorrect dose. If indicated on the product package, shake the medicine before use.
If using the delayed-release form of this medicine, do not crush or chew the medicine, unless indicated on the package. Crushing or chewing of the medicine can result in unpleasant taste resulting in patients not following the medicine schedule. Crushing or chewing can also release all of the medicine at once, resulting in a decrease of effectiveness and a possible increase in side-effects.
The injection form of this medicine is for intravenous use only.

Talk to Your Doctor

Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or worsens. Talk to your doctor if conditions like irregular and tremor, dizziness, abnormal or fast heartbeat, shaking movements of the body, muscle weakness, and muscle pain occurs. If you have issues with the health of your liver, a daily dose of 20 mg will usually be prescribed in patients having issues with their liver. Consult with your doctor before stopping the use of Mylan-Pantoprazole Tablet.
To see the impact of Mylan-Pantoprazole Tablet on the body, your doctor may recommend a lower initial dose. Please follow your doctor's instructions carefully.

Use in Children

If you are giving Mylan-Pantoprazole Tablet to a child, be sure to use a product that is meant for use in children. Before giving this medicine, use the child's weight or age to find the right dose from the leaflet or product package. You can also read the dosage section of this page to know the correct dose for your child. Else, consult with your doctor and follow their recommendation.

Lab Tests

Your doctor may require that certain tests be performed before using Mylan-Pantoprazole Tablet. The doctor may ask you to have Magnesium test. Magnesium levels in the body should be checked before starting the treatment because low magnesium can happen in individuals who take a proton pump inhibitor medicine after three months of treatment.

Storage

Store Mylan-Pantoprazole Tablet at room temperature 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F), and away from moisture. Keep this medicine away from children and pets.
Medicines may be given for uses other than those listed in the medicine guide. Do not use Mylan-Pantoprazole Tablet for symptoms for which it was not prescribed. Do not give Mylan-Pantoprazole Tablet to others who may have similar symptoms as you. Self-medication can cause harm.

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How to take Mylan-Pantoprazole

Your dose and how often you take Mylan-Pantoprazole will depend on the following factors:
  • age
  • weight
  • patient's health
  • the health of the patient's kidneys
  • medicines recommended by the doctor
  • any other medicines being used
  • herbal supplements in use
  • response to the medicine

Mylan-Pantoprazole Dosage

Dosage for short-term treatment of GERD

Adult
  • Recommended: 40 mg once daily for up to 8 weeks
Children (5 years and older having weight more than or equal to 40 kg/88 lb)
  • Recommended: 40 mg
Children (5 years and older with weight between 15-40 kg/33-88 lb)
  • Recommended: 20 mg once daily for up to 8 weeks

Dosage for the healing of inflammation of food pipe

Adult
  • Recommended: 40 mg once daily

Dosage for overproduction of stomach acid (Zollinger-Ellison syndrome)

Adult
  • Recommended: 40 mg twice daily (adjust dosage based on patient needs)
  • Maximum: 240 mg per day

Minimum Age

5 years

Dosage calculation for children

To calculate the dosage for children please use the weight based dose calculator to calculate the appropriate dosage as per the weight of your child.

Forms

Delayed-release tablet
Strength: 20 mg, 40 mg
Delayed-release oral suspension
Strength: 40 mg
Powder for solution for injection
Strength: 40 mg

Special Instructions

Tablet
If you are not able to swallow a single 40 mg tablet, take two 20 mg tablets instead.
Delayed release oral suspension in applesauce
Prepare the granules in one teaspoonful (5 ml) of applesauce and do not use other food. Take this suspension within 10 minutes of preparation. Do not chew or crush the granules.
Suspension use through nose or stomach
Prepare the granules in two teaspoonfuls (10 ml) of apple juice and shake the preparation well. Repeat this procedure at least twice using the same method each time, and no granules should be present in the tube.
Delayed release oral suspension in applejuice
Prepare the granules in one teaspoonful (5 ml) of apple juice. Stir the preparation for 5 seconds and swallow immediately.
Powder for solution for injection
After preparation, use the solution within 12 hours.

Missed Dose

In case a dose is missed, take it as soon as you remember but if it is the time of the next dose then take the next regular dose. Two doses at the same time should not be taken to compensate for the missed dose.

Overdose

What to do if you overdose on Mylan-Pantoprazole?
The treatment should depend upon the symptoms that appear (symptomatic and supportive treatment).
If you think you have overdosed on Mylan-Pantoprazole Tablet, call a poison control center immediately. You can look up the poison control center information from the Poison Center Finder at TabletWise.com.

Precautions while using Mylan-Pantoprazole

Before you use Mylan-Pantoprazole, tell your doctor of your medical and health history including the following:
  • disease in which body attacks its own tissues (also known as, systemic lupus erythematosus)
  • low magnesium level
  • low vitamin B12 level in the body
  • stomach ulcers
  • upper gastrointestinal bleeding
  • weak bone density caused by osteoporosis
Before you use Mylan-Pantoprazole, tell your doctor if you are allergic to it or its ingredients. Your doctor may prescribe an alternative medicine and update your medical records to record this information. Discuss with your doctor if you are allergic to benzimidazole.
The use of this medicine may change magnesium levels in the body. If you are taking any proton pump inhibitor for at least three months, this can lead to low level of magnesium in your body.
The use of Mylan-Pantoprazole Tablet may change the vitamin B12 level in the body. If you are taking any proton pump inhibitor over a period of more than three years, it may lead to the body not absorbing vitamin B12 properly.

Use when Pregnant

Consult with your doctor on the use of Mylan-Pantoprazole during pregnancy or if you are planning to become pregnant. It is not known if this medicine can harm the unborn baby. There have been no controlled studies in humans so its best to only use Mylan-Pantoprazole in pregnancy when required.

If Breastfeeding

Consult with your doctor on the use of Mylan-Pantoprazole Tablet during breastfeeding. This medicine may pass into breast milk but your doctor can best judge if it can impact the baby.

If trying to Conceive

Consult with your doctor on the use of Mylan-Pantoprazole, if you are trying to conceive. Impact of this medicine on fertility is not known although animal studies have shown no negative impact on fertility.

Seizures

Mylan-Pantoprazole can make you feel sleepy. Be careful, especially while driving, while using heavy machinery, or when doing any activity that needs you to be completely alert. The consumption of alcohol with Mylan-Pantoprazole can worsen the sleepiness. Mylan-Pantoprazole may cause seizures in some people. Hence, you should discuss with your doctor before performing any activities where a loss of consciousness may cause harm to you or others.

Increase in Risk

This medicine may increase your sensitivity to sunlight and make you prone to sunburn. If this happens, limit your time outdoors to prevent sunburn. Use a sunscreen and cover your skin.

Side-effects in Children

Younger patients may see an increased risk of vomiting, headache, rash, fever, stomach pain, diarrhea, and lung infection.

What precautions should be taken during Pregnancy and Nursing, and administering Mylan-Pantoprazole to Children or the Older Adults?

Pregnant Women

Only When Necessary
Warning: It is not known if Mylan-Pantoprazole can harm the unborn baby.

Breastfeeding

Precaution
Warning: The medicine may pass into breast milk. Consult with your doctor about the best possible way to feed a baby while taking this medicine.

Younger Adults Population

Possibly safe
Warning: Mylan-Pantoprazole has not been indicated other than erosive esophagitis associated with GERD in pediatrics. It is not for use in children less than 5 years.

Older Adults Population

Precaution
Warning: High doses of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) taken over a long duration (>1 year), may increase the risk of wrist, spine, and hip fractures.

Mylan-Pantoprazole Side-effects

The following side-effects may commonly occur when using Mylan-Pantoprazole Tablet. If any of these side-effects worsen or last for a long time, you should consult with your doctor:
The following side-effects may commonly occur in children when using Mylan-Pantoprazole Tablet. Discuss with your doctor if any of these side-effects last for a long time or are severe:
Rarely, the use of Mylan-Pantoprazole Tablet may cause the following side-effects:
  • abnormal sensations in the body
  • blurred vision
  • burned skin layer (Lyell syndrome)
  • burning sensation in body parts
  • constipation
  • dry mouth
  • facial swelling
  • fatigue
  • feeling of discomfort
  • fluid collection in body tissues
  • fracture of the hip, wrist or spine
  • gas or fluid, abdominal distension/bloating
  • hallucination
  • high lipid levels in the body
  • increased creatine kinase level
  • increased levels of fatty acids
  • increased transaminases level
  • inflammation of the liver (hepatitis)
  • insomnia
  • involuntary contraction of muscles
  • kidney failure
  • loss of body balance
  • lupus
  • mental confusion
  • muscle pain
  • physical weakness
  • severe itching of the skin
  • skin rash
  • skin rash caused by disease or fever
  • skin rashes with itchy and raised bumps
  • stomach discomfort
  • swelling due to fluid build up inside the veins and arteries
  • swelling in-between kidney tubules (interstitial nephritis)
  • swollen male breast tissue
  • taste disorder
  • weight changes
The following severe side-effects may also occur when using Mylan-Pantoprazole Tablet:
Your doctor has prescribed Mylan-Pantoprazole Tablet because they judge that the benefit is greater than the risk posed by side-effects. Many people using this medicine do not have serious side-effects. This page does not list all possible side-effects of Mylan-Pantoprazole Tablet.
If you experience side-effects or notice other side-effects not listed above, contact your doctor for medical advice. You may also report side-effects to your local food and drug administration authority. You can look up the drug authority contact information from the Drug Authority Finder at TabletWise.com.

Side-effects and Allergic Reactions of Mylan-Pantoprazole by Severity and Frequency

Common Side-effects

Following are the common side-effects of this medicine:

Infrequent and Rare Side-effects

Following are the infrequent and rare side-effects of this medicine:

Severe Side-effects

Following are the severe side-effects of this medicine:

Side-effects in Children

Following are the side-effects of this medicine in young patients:

Mild Allergic Reactions

Following are the symptoms of mild allergic reactions to this medicine:

Serious Allergic Reactions

Following are the symptoms of serious allergic reactions to this medicine:
Discuss with the doctor if your side effects are bothering you.
If you experience side-effects or notice other side-effects not listed above, contact your doctor for medical advice. You may also report side-effects to your local food and drug administration authority. You can look up the drug authority contact information from the Drug Authority Finder at TabletWise.com.

Warnings

Increased Levels of Chromogranin A (protein)

This medicine increases chromogranin A level, which can interfere in the examination of neuroendocrine tumors. Mylan-Pantoprazole treatment should be discontinued for at least five days before the start of chromogranin A measurements.

Risk of Bacterial Infections

This medicine may lead to increased risk of infections caused by bacteria such as Salmonella and Campylobacter in the stomach or intestines.

Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)

Patients who are using Mylan-Pantoprazole to prevent stomach and intestinal issues because of treatment with NSAIDs should be evaluated. The evaluation should make sure that they need NSAIDs and have risk factors that may cause them to develop stomach and intestinal issues caused by NSAIDs.

Stomach Cancer

Patients with stomach cancer are at an increased risk when using this medicine. Effect of Mylan-Pantoprazole overlaps the symptoms of stomach cancer and may delay its diagnosis.

Abnormal Liver Function

Patients having issues with the functioning of their liver are at an increased risk when using this medicine. Such patients may see an increase in levels of liver enzymes. Liver enzymes should be monitored regularly by your doctor during long-term therapy of Mylan-Pantoprazole. The patient should discontinue the use of this medicine if there is an increase in levels of liver enzymes.

Magnesium Deficiency

Patients undergoing treatment with proton pump inhibitors for at least three months and after a year of therapy are at increased risk. Such patients may see an increased risk of side effects which include muscular spasms, palpitation, and seizures. In such cases, the level of magnesium in the body should be monitored before the start of treatment with Mylan-Pantoprazole.

Long-Term Therapy Using Mylan-Pantoprazole

Patients who are on high-dose and follow the long-term therapy of proton pump inhibitors are at an increased risk. Such patients may see an increased risk for fractures of the hip, wrist, or spinal area. These patients should use the lowest effective dose for a shorter duration of time.

Vitamin B12 Deficiency

Patients who use acid-suppressing medicines for long periods of time are at an increased risk. These patients may develop a vitamin B12 deficiency.

Use of Mylan-Pantoprazole with Methotrexate

Patients undergoing treatment with both proton pump inhibitors and methotrexate are at an increased risk. Mylan-Pantoprazole may increase the level and effects of methotrexate on the body. Withdrawal of the proton pump inhibitor on a temporary basis may be considered in these patients.

Helicobacter Pylori (Bacteria) Positive Patients

Such patients are at an increased risk when using this medicine. These patients may suffer from an increased risk of swelling and pain in the stomach, also known as atrophic gastritis.

Interactions with Mylan-Pantoprazole

When two or more medicines are taken together, it can change how the medicines work and increase the risk of side-effects. In medical terms, this is called as a Drug Interaction.
This page does not contain all the possible interactions of Mylan-Pantoprazole Tablet. Share a list of all medicines that you use with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any medicines without the approval of your doctor.

Antimetabolites

Mylan-Pantoprazole Tablet interacts with methotrexate, which is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, itchy, psoriasis, and cancer. The combined use of these medicines may lead to increased level and effects of methotrexate on the body. In such cases, the temporary withdrawal of Mylan-Pantoprazole may be required.

Coumarin Anticoagulants

There may be an interaction of Mylan-Pantoprazole with coumarin anticoagulants (warfarin and phenprocoumon), which are used to prolong the time needed for blood to clot. Abnormal bleeding occurs when both the medicines are used together which can be possibly fatal. Patients undergoing treatment with both the drugs should be closely monitored for an increase in bleeding time.

Antiretroviral Drugs

Mylan-Pantoprazole Tablet may interact with antiretroviral drugs (atazanavir or nelfinavir), which are used to treat HIV infections. The combined use of these medicines reduces the level of HIV medicines in the body. This may lead to the loss of effects of the HIV medicines and development of resistance to the medicines.

Urine Screening Tests

Your doctor's guidelines may need to be followed while taking this medicine along with Urine tests. False positive urine screening tests for certain chemicals (such as, tetrahydrocannabinol) has been reported in patients using Mylan-Pantoprazole. Another test may need to be conducted to verify the results.

Azole Antifungals

Special instructions need to be followed while taking this medicine along with azole antifungals (ketoconazole, itraconazole, and posaconazole) which are used to treat fungal infections. Mylan-Pantoprazole may interfere with absorption of these medicines.

Interactions of Mylan-Pantoprazole by Severity

Severe

The following medicines are usually not to be taken together without consulting with your doctor or pharmacist.

Serious

The following medicines may interact when taken together and can cause harmful effects in the body. Please consult with your doctor or pharmacist before taking these medicines together.

Moderate

The following medicines may interact when taken together and can increase your risk of harmful effects. Please consult with your doctor or pharmacist before taking these medicines together.

When should Mylan-Pantoprazole be not used?

Allergic to Mylan-Pantoprazole

This medicine should not be used in patients who are allergic to it.

Allergic to Substituted Benzimidazoles

benzimidazole, which is used to treat infections (viral and fungal), pain, heart disease. This medicine should not be used in patients who are allergic to it.

Traveling With Medication

  • Ensure that you carry enough doses of each of your prescription medicines to last the entire trip. The best place to store your medicines is in the carry on baggage. However, while flying, if carrying liquid medicines, make sure you do not go over the limits imposed for carry-on liquids.
  • While traveling overseas, make sure that you can carry each of your prescription medicines legally to your destination country. One way to ensure this is by checking with your destination country's embassy or website.
  • Make sure that you carry each of your medicines in their original packaging, which should typically include your name and address, and the details of the prescribing doctor.
  • If your travel involves crossing time zones, and you are required to take your medicine as per a fixed schedule, make sure that you adjust for the change in time.

Expired Medication

Taking a single dose of expired Mylan-Pantoprazole is unlikely to cause a side-effect. However, please discuss with your doctor or pharmacist, if you feel unwell or sick. An expired medicine may become ineffective in treating your prescribed conditions. To be on the safe side, it is important not to use an expired drug. You are much safer by always keeping a fresh supply of unexpired medicines.

Safe Disposal of Medication

  • If there are disposal instructions on the package, please follow the instructions.
  • If there are medicine take-back programs in your country, you should contact the respective authority to arrange for the disposal of the medicine. For example, in the USA, the Drug Enforcement Administration regularly hosts National Prescription Drug Take-Back events.
  • If there are no take-back programs, mix the medicine with dirt and place them in a sealed plastic bag. Throw the plastic bag in your household trash. Separately, remove all personal information including the prescription label from the medicine packaging and then dispose off the container.
  • If specifically indicated on the medicine package that it needs to be flushed down the toilet when no longer needed, perform the required step.
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