Pantoprazole (BPA) TM
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Active ingredients: pantoprazole
Brand name
(ARTG)
: BPA-PANTOPRAZOLE pantoprazole (as sodium sesquihydrate) 20 mg enteric-coated tablet, blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Adults 1. Symptomatic improvement and healing of gastrointestinal diseases which require a reduction in acid secretion: Duodenal ulcer Gastric ulcer Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) Symptomatic GORD. The treatment of heartburn and other symptoms associated with GORD Reflux oesophagitis Gastrointestinal lesions refractory to H2 blockers Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome Patients whose gastric or duodenal ulceration is not associated with ingestion of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) require treatment with antimicrobial agents in addition to antisecretory drugs whether on first presentation or on recurrence. 2. Maintenance of healed reflux oesophagitis in patients previously treated for moderate to severe reflux oesophagitis 3. For eradication of Helicobacter pylori, treatment with pantoprazole and one of the following combinations of antibiotics: Clarithromycin and amoxicillin or Clarithomycin and metronidazole or Amoxicillin and metronidazole is recommended in cases of duodenal ulcer and gastric ulcer with the objective of reducing the recurrence of duodenal and gastric ulcers caused by this microorganism (see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION). 4. Pantoprazole in combination with bismuth, metronidazole and tetracycline is indicated for the eradication of Helicobacter pylori associated with peptic ulcer disease with the objective of reducing the recurrence of peptic ulcers caused by this organism. 5. Prevention of gastroduodenal lesions and dyspeptic symptoms associated with nonselective non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in increased risk patients with a need for continuous non-selective NSAID treatment. Children aged from 5 to 17 years Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) Symptomatic GORD. The treatment of heartburn and other symptoms associated with GORD Reflux oesophagitis The treatment duration should not exceed 8 weeks.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, enteric coated
- Oral
- Yellow coloured, oval, biconvex enteric coated tablets plain on both sides.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- Blister of 30 Tablets pack
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient pantoprazole
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
