Tapraz 40mg Tablets
Tapraz 40mg Tablets Description
Tapraz Tablet is used to reduce acid production in stomach. It is used for the treatment of ulcers and acid reflux disease or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It contains pantoprazole as an ac
tive ingredient. It reduces the amount of acid produced in the stomach by blocking a pump called the proton pump in the stomach wall responsible for the formation of acid. The medicine should be taken on an empty stomach as prescribed by a doctor. Along with taking medicine on time making certain lifestyle modifications can help to manage your acidity problem better. Try eating smaller meals, eat slowly, avoid overeating and lying down immediately after having a meal, limit alcohol intake, avoid smoking and maintain a healthy weight, consult the doctor to understand what works for you best.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹55.00 |
You Save | ₹7.50 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Pantoprazole |
Uses | Ulcer, GERD |
Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain and constipation |
Therapy | ANTACID |
Uses of Tapraz 40mg Tablets
Contraindications of Tapraz 40mg Tablets
- If you are allergic to pantoprazole or similar medicines or other ingredients of Tapraz Tablet.
- Do not consume the medicine if you are taking rilpivirine used in HIV treatment.
Side effects of Tapraz 40mg Tablets
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Flatulence
Precautions and Warnings of Tapraz 40mg Tablets
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You may have liver problems.
- You are taking painkiller medicines.
- You have a personal or family history of stomach cancer.
- You are taking medicines used to treat HIV.
- You may have weak and brittle bones (osteoporosis).
- You may have low levels of vitamin B12. Tapraz Tablet reduces the absorption of vitamin B12 after a long term use ( longer than 3 years).
- You are on the medicine for more than three months, your blood magnesium levels may drop. The doctor may advise performing regular tests for the same.
- On exposure to the sun, you get rash on the skin, stop the treatment with Pantoprazole and inform the doctor as this may be a symptom of subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus (SCLE).
- You are supposed to do a blood test (Chromogranin A). The medicine may alter the results.
Mode of Action of Tapraz 40mg Tablets
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Tapraz 40mg Tablets
- Tapraz Tablet should be taken as directed by the doctor.
- The medicine must be taken 1 hour before food, on an empty stomach.
- You should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.
Interactions of Tapraz 40mg Tablets
Interactions with other medicines
- Other medicines can affect the way Tapraz Tablet works or the medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Inform the doctor about the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid possible interaction.
- Especially medicines for fungal infection, anti-HIV medicines, blood thinner medicines and medicines for cancer.
Storage and disposal of Tapraz 40mg Tablets
- Store Tapraz Tablets at a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Keep it out of reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Tapraz 40mg Tablets
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Alok Nachane
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What should I discuss with the doctor before taking Tapraz Tablet?
Q: What is Tapraz Tablet used for?
Q: Can Tapraz Tablet be taken after food?
References
- Pansec tablets [Internet]. CiplaMed. 2021 [cited 6 May 2022]
- Pantoprazole 20 mg gastro-resistant Tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 6 May 2022]
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2021 [cited 6 May 2022]
- How Are Ulcers Formed from Drinking Alcohol? [Internet]. American Addiction Centers. 2021 [cited 6 May 2022]
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