Uses of Pipanzin
Pipanzin belongs to the group of gastrointestinal drugs, which are prepared in the form of enteric coated tablets. Pipanzin has the main ingredient Pamtoprazol indicated in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease, gastrointestinal ulcers ... However, using Pipanzin can cause some unwanted side effects such as: pain headache, fatigue, muscle pain... Therefore, before using Pipanzin, patients need to learn carefully the information and follow the doctor's instructions.
1. Indications and contraindications to the use of Pipanzin
Pipanzin indicated in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease, gastrointestinal ulcers. However, Pipanzin is also effective in preventing ulcers caused by non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or pathological hypersecretion with Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. of Pipanzin.
2. Dosage and how to use Pipanzin
Pipanzin is indicated for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease at a dose of 20 to 40 mg once a day and can be extended to 8 weeks. The maintenance dose is 20 to 40 mg per day. In case of relapse, a dose of 20mg/day can be applied.
Treatment of peptic ulcers is usually applied at a dose of 40mg/day. The duration of treatment can last from 2 to 4 weeks for duodenal ulcers and 4 to 8 weeks for benign gastric ulcers.
Prevention of ulcers caused by non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs usually apply a dose of Pipanzin 20mg/day.
Treatment of Zolliger-Ellison syndrome can be started at 80mg/day and used up to 240mg/day. When using doses above 80mg a day, it should be divided into two doses.
For patients with liver failure, the maximum dose of Pipanzin is 20mg/day or it can be 40mg/day with alternate days
For patients with kidney failure, use the maximum dose of Pipanzin 40mg/day.
Note: The above recommended therapeutic dose for Pipanzin is for reference only. Therefore, before using Pipanzin, patients need to be prescribed by a doctor.
4. Management of missed dose and overdose of Pipanzin
If you miss a dose of Pipanzin, use the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if the interval between the missed dose of Pipanzin and the next dose is too close, skip the missed dose. Patients should not use a double dose of Pipanzin, because it can cause an overdose. To overcome the situation of missing a dose of Pipanzin, patients can set an alarm or ask relatives to remind them.
In case you accidentally use Pipanzin drug overdose than prescribed and appear some unwanted signs, you need to take the patient to the emergency room immediately. However, family members can apply some preliminary treatment measures when poisoning with Pipanzin such as: gastric lavage, vomiting. Next, family members take the patient to a medical facility to treat symptoms.
5. Unwanted side effects when using Pipanzin
Pipanzin may cause some unwanted side effects during treatment. However, with each case Pipanzin can occur in varying degrees from mild to severe.
Some common side effects caused by Pipanzin include: fatigue, headache, skin rash, urticaria, muscle pain, joint pain,... These side effects may occur at the beginning of treatment. or after increasing the dose of Pipanzin. And usually the side effects from Pipanzin can be transient or subside over time.
However, in some cases Pipanzin can cause serious unwanted side effects with rare reactions. These reactions may appear within minutes of using Pipanzin or may be longer than a few days. When the occurrence of serious side effects such as: weakness, dizziness, dizziness, itching, increased liver enzymes, sweating, peripheral edema, irritability... the patient should stop using Pipanzin and need immediate medical attention.
Some notes in the process of using Pipanzin
For pregnant and lactating women, caution should be exercised when using Pipanzin. Patients should consult a doctor and carefully analyze the benefits and risks before using the drug. Pipanzin may change how it works as well as increase its side effects. Therefore, in order to avoid the situation, the patient should provide the doctor with a list of previously used drugs including prescription drugs, non-prescription drugs, herbs... The above is important information about Pipanzin, Patients should carefully read the instructions for use and use according to the dose prescribed by the doctor to achieve the best effect.
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