Medicine Description futapan 20 mg
Uses of Foutapan tablets that contain pantoprazole to treat conditions associated with increased secretion of stomach
acid, where the active ingredient works to reduce production of stomach acid.
Which helps to relieve acidity and heartburn and protect the lining of the stomach and esophagus from the effect of
excess acid, and the drug is used in treating GERD and some stomach and duodenal ulcers.
Ingredients of Foutapan tablets
Foutapan contains pantoprazole: which is the active ingredient in the drug and works to inhibit the proton pump in
stomach cells, which reduces secretion of stomach acid.
Available strengths of Fotapan tablets
The drug is usually available in strengths:
Indications for use of Futapan tablets
The drug is used in treating conditions associated with increased stomach acid, including:
- Treatment of GERD.
- Relief of heartburn and acidity.
- Treatment of esophagitis resulting from reflux of stomach acid.
- Treatment of stomach and duodenal ulcer.
- Assistance in treating H. pylori as part of a treatment regimen containing antibiotics.
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Treatment of conditions accompanied by severe increase in secretion of stomach acid such as Zollinger-Ellison
syndrome.
Dosages of Futapan drug
The dosage varies according to the condition and patient's response to treatment, and among common dosages:
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In cases of GERD: 20 mg once daily in some cases, and a dose of 40 mg may be used depending on severity of the
condition.
- In treatment of erosive esophagitis: often 40 mg once daily according to doctor's prescription.
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In treatment of stomach and duodenal ulcer: the dosage and treatment duration are determined according to the
condition.
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As part of H. pylori treatment: pantoprazole is used with antibiotics according to the treatment regimen determined
by the doctor.
Method of use of Futapan tablets
To get the best benefit from treatment, it is recommended to:
- It is preferable to take the tablet before food.
- Swallow the tablet whole with a sufficient amount of water.
- The tablet should not be crushed or chewed.
- It is preferable to take the dose at the same time daily.
- Adherence to the treatment duration determined by the doctor even with improvement of symptoms.
- Avoid foods and drinks that increase acidity if they cause appearance of symptoms.
Contraindications for use of Futapan tablets
Use of the drug is prohibited in some cases, including:
- Hypersensitivity to pantoprazole or any of the drug's components.
- Hypersensitivity to other drugs from the proton pump inhibitors group.
- The doctor should be informed in case of presence of liver diseases before using the drug.
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A doctor should be consulted in case of difficulty or pain during swallowing, or persistent vomiting, or unexplained
weight loss, or vomiting accompanied by blood.
Side effects of Futapan tablets
The drug may cause some side effects, including:
- Headache.
- Diarrhea or constipation.
- Nausea.
- Abdominal pain or bloating.
- Vomiting.
- Dizziness.
- Increased gas.
Alternatives to Futapan in pharmacies
Several alternatives to the drug are available, including:
- Controloc.
- Pantozol.
- Pantopy.
Storage conditions for Futapan
To maintain quality of the drug, it is recommended to:
- Store at room temperature.
- Store away from heat and moisture.
- Store in the original packaging.
- Store away from children's reach.
- Do not use after expiry date printed on the package.
Frequently asked questions about Futapan tablets
Can Futapan be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding?
A doctor should be consulted before using Foutapan during pregnancy or breastfeeding to determine the need for
treatment and the appropriate dosage.
Can Futapan be used with other medications?
Pantoprazole can interact with some medications, therefore the doctor should be informed of all medications being
used, especially some blood-thinning medications and some medications that require stomach acid for their absorption.