Consumer medicine information

Pantoprazole-WGR 40 mg Enteric coated tablets

Pantoprazole

BRAND INFORMATION

Brand name

Pantoprazole-WGR

Active ingredient

Pantoprazole

Schedule

S4

1. Why am I using Pantoprazole-WGR?


Pantoprazole-WGR contains the active ingredient pantoprazole (as sodium sesquihydrate). Pantoprazole-WGR is used to treat and help heal duodenal and gastric ulcers, reflux oesophagitis or reflux disease, a rare condition called Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and to prevent ulcers associated with the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
For more information, see Section 1. Why am I using Pantoprazole-WGR? in the full CMI.

2. What should I know before I use Pantoprazole-WGR?


Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to pantoprazole or any of the ingredients listed at the end of the CMI.
Talk to your doctor if you have any other medical conditions, take any other medicines, or are pregnant or plan to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
For more information, see Section 2. What should I know before I use Pantoprazole-WGR? in the full CMI.

3. What if I am taking other medicines?


Some medicines may interfere with Pantoprazole-WGR and affect how it works.
A list of these medicines is in Section 3. What if I am taking other medicines? in the full CMI.

4. How do I use Pantoprazole-WGR?

  • The usual dose is one tablet per day. Your doctor will prescribe the dose that is right for you.
  • Swallow your tablets whole with a little water.

More instructions can be found in Section 4. How do I use Pantoprazole-WGR? in the full CMI.

5. What should I know while using Pantoprazole-WGR?

Things you should do
  • Remind any doctor, dentist or pharmacist you visit that you are using Pantoprazole-WGR.
  • Tell your doctor immediately if you become pregnant while you are taking Pantoprazole-WGR.
Things you should not do
  • Do not stop using this medicine or change dosage unless your doctor tells you to.
Driving or using machines
  • Be careful while driving or operating machinery until you know how pantoprazole affects you.
Drinking alcohol
  • Your doctor may advise you to limit your alcohol intake.
Looking after your medicine
  • Follow the instructions on the carton on how to take care of your medicine properly.
  • Store it in a cool dry place away from moisture, heat or sunlight.

For more information, see Section 5. What should I know while using Pantoprazole-WGR? in the full CMI.

6. Are there any side effects?


There are a number of side effects associated with this medicine. It is important to be aware of them so that you can identify any symptoms if they occur.
For more information, including what to do if you have any side effects, see Section 6. Are there any side effects? in the full CMI.

BRAND INFORMATION

Brand name

Pantoprazole-WGR

Active ingredient

Pantoprazole

Schedule

S4