RAZON 40MG 14TAB

How does pantoprazole work?

The secretion of hydrochloric acid (HCl) into the gastric lumen is a process primarily regulated by the H(+)/K(+)-ATPase, known as the proton pump, and large quantities of it are present in the parietal cells of the stomach.

Proton pump inhibitors work by irreversibly blocking the hydrogen/potassium enzyme system, which inhibits the secretion of stomach acid.

Pantoprazole is a member of a class called proton pump inhibitors.

Medical uses of Razon 40 mg tablets

Duodenal ulcer (an ulcer that forms at the beginning of the small intestine)

Treating Helicobacter pylori (bacteria that can live in your intestines and cause ulcers) to prevent recurrence of duodenal ulcers

Benign stomach ulcer (a noncancerous ulcer that forms in your stomach and produces too much stomach acid)

NSAID-associated ulcer (an ulcer that forms in your intestines due to overuse of NSAIDs)

Gastroesophageal reflux (also known as acid reflux or heartburn): Acid backs up from the stomach into the esophagus (food pipe) which may become inflamed and painful. This can cause symptoms such as chest pain that radiates to the throat and a sour taste in the mouth.

Erosive esophagitis (acid irritation that damages the esophagus): Inflammation that may damage tissue in the esophagus, the muscular tube that carries food from your mouth to your stomach. Esophagitis can cause pain, difficulty swallowing, and chest pain.

Pathological hypersecretory conditions (problems in the digestive tract that lead to increased acid secretion)

How to use Razon 40 mg tablets

Adults: The recommended dose is one tablet (20 mg) orally each day.

Children: The safety and effectiveness of this medicine have not been established in children.

Take this medicine as directed or as recommended by your doctor or pharmacist.

Make sure to take this medicine for at least 2-3 consecutive days.

Stop taking this medicine when you feel complete relief from your symptoms.

Do not take this medicine for more than 4 weeks unless your doctor tells you to.

Take the tablet before a meal.

Take the medicine at the same time each day.

Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.

Do not break or chew the tablet.

Doses may be changed in special circumstances, so always follow the instructions of your doctor or pharmacist.

If you take more than you should, talk to your doctor or go to the hospital immediately.

If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is almost time for your next dose.

Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for a missed dose.

Side effects of Razon 40 mg tablets

Although it may be rare, some patients may experience unwanted side effects when taking the medication.

Tell your doctor or get medical help right away and stop taking the medicine if you have any of the following signs or symptoms:

Signs of an allergic reaction, such as a rash; hives; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; difficulty breathing, swallowing, or speaking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Signs of serious skin reactions, such as bleeding or loss of skin around the genitals, nose, mouth, or eyes, blistering or peeling skin, rash with swelling, and skin rash when exposed to the sun.

Signs of liver damage such as yellowing of the eyes and skin.

Signs of kidney damage, such as lower back pain with fever and pain when urinating.

Common side effects: stomach polyps.

Uncommon or rare side effects: headache, diarrhea, feeling sick, flatulence, vomiting, bloating, dry mouth, dizziness, constipation