Apra 40mg Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is apra 40mg tablet used for?
Apra 40mg Tablet contains Pantoprazole 40mg, a proton pump inhibitor that reduces stomach acid production. It is used to treat acid reflux, GERD, and stomach ulcers. It works by blocking the enzyme in the stomach wall that produces acid, providing relief from heartburn and promoting healing of the esophagus.
- Generic Name: Pantoprazole
- Manufacturer: Kritikos Care
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: B
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ apra 40mg tablet Uses & Benefits
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), erosive esophagitis, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, Helicobacter pylori eradication (combination therapy), peptic ulcer disease.
Off-label uses: Stress ulcer prophylaxis in critically ill patients; prevention of NSAID-induced ulcers.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Pantoprazole |
| Brand Name | Aciban 40 Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Kritikos Care |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | GASTRO INTESTINAL |
| Action Class | Proton pump inhibitors |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from moisture and light. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Proton pump inhibitor that irreversibly inhibits H+/K+ ATPase in gastric parietal cells.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take apra 40mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of apra 40mg tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Flatulence
- Constipation
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea
- Fractures (hip, wrist, spine) with long-term use
- Hypomagnesemia
- Vitamin B12 deficiency
- Acute interstitial nephritis
- Cutaneous lupus erythematosus
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Hepatotoxicity
- Pancreatitis
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Toxic epidermal necrolysis
- Agranulocytosis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Moderate | May increase INR and bleeding risk |
| Methotrexate | Moderate | May increase methotrexate toxicity |
| Ketoconazole | Moderate | May decrease absorption of ketoconazole |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Clopidogrel
- Methotrexate
- Atazanavir
- Rilpivirine
- Cilostazol
โก Moderate Interactions
- Warfarin
- Phenytoin
- Diazepam
- Digoxin
- Iron salts
- Mycophenolate mofetil
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Ketoconazole
- Itraconazole
- Ampicillin esters
- Sucralfate
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Food may delay absorption but does not affect extent; best taken before meals.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
No direct interaction; alcohol may aggravate gastric conditions.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to pantoprazole or any component; co-administration with rilpivirine.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Symptoms of acid-related disorders; magnesium levels with prolonged use; bone density with long-term use.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk; use with caution.
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care; no specific antidote; hemodialysis not effective.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered unless near next dose; do not double dose.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.