Vencid 40mg

Manufacturer

Xepa-Soul Pattinson

Contents

Pantoprazole

Indication

Vencid blocks the production of stomach acid. It is prescribed to heal a condition called erosive esophagitis (a severe inflammation of the passage to the stomach) brought on by a persistent backflow of stomach acid (gastroesophageal reflux disease). Later, it may be prescribed to maintain healing and prevent a relapse. It is also used in the treatment of conditions marked by constant overproduction of stomach acid, such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Vencid is a member of the 'proton pump inhibitor' class of acid blockers.

Instruction

Use Vencid as directed by your doctor.

• Vencid may be taken with or without food. Do not chew, crush, or split the tablets. If you are taking antacids you may continue to do so.

• If you miss a dose of Vencid, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Vencid.

Drug interaction

Vencid is able to decrease pH-dependent absorption of ketoconazole and other medications. Vencid also increases the absorption and concentration in blood of digoxin (Lanoxin). This may lead to reduction of ketoconazole effectiveness or increase of digoxin toxicity, respectively.