Verpan 40mg Injection
Manufacturer
Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Salt Composition
Pantoprazole (40mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Verpan 40mg Injection is a medicine that reduces the amount of acid produced in your stomach. It is used for treating acid-related diseases of the stomach and intestine such as acid reflux, peptic ulcer disease, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Verpan 40mg Injection is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) that works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach which in turn relieves acid-related indigestion and heartburn. It is used to treat acid-related diseases of the stomach and intestine such as acid reflux, peptic ulcer disease, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. It is also used to prevent stress ulcers in seriously ill patients and is administered before anesthetic medication to help prevent aspiration-related complications.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Nausea Vomiting Headache Dizziness Flatulence Diarrhea Stomach pain Thrombophlebitis
Alcohol Warning
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Verpan 40mg Injection.
Breastfeeding Warning
Verpan 40mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Verpan 40mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Interacting Medicines
Atazanavir Cilostazol Indinavir Nelfinavir
How it works
Verpan 40mg Injection is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) that works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach which in turn relieves acid-related indigestion and heartburn.
Quick Tips
Avoid excessive intake of carbonated beverages/soft drinks Avoid citrus juices Avoid fried food Avoid caffeinated beverages like tea and coffee Avoid eating late at night or before bedtime Inform your doctor if you get watery diarrhea Fever or stomach pain that does not go away
