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Epan Fr Tablets

Name: Epan Fr Tablets
Brand: PRAGMATIC LABORATORIES PVT LTD
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Overview

Epan Fr Tab 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 active 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.

Usage Instructions

Directions for Use

Epan Fr Tab 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.

Safety Information

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Epan Fr Tab during pregnancy?

Limited information is available on the use of Epan Fr Tab in pregnancy, use only if prescribed by the doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Epan Fr Tab while breastfeeding?

Epan Fr Tab can pass into breast milk. Avoid unless prescribed by the doctor.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Epan Fr Tab ?

The medicine has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive and use machines. However, you may feel dizzy or experience visual disturbance after taking the medicine. Avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Epan Fr Tab ?

No known interactions with alcohol, discuss with the doctor if you consume alcohol too often and accordingly, he may suggest to you what will work best for you. Alcohol consumption may be associated with acidity problem and long term consumption can lead to other complications.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

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. Epan Fr Tab 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.

Dosage

Overdose

If you have taken too much of Epan Fr Tab , seek medical help or call the doctor immediately.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed a dose of Epan Fr Tab , take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with a regular dosing schedule. Avoid a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

The proton pump in the stomach is responsible for the secretion of stomach acids. Pantoprazole binds with proton pump in stomach cells, thus blocking acid secretion. It is used for excessive acidity.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What should I discuss with the doctor before taking Epan Fr Tab ?

Heartburn and chest pain are early symptoms of a heart attack. If the chest pain spreads to the jaw, shoulders, arms, back and you feel light-headed and anxious, seek medical help immediately.

What is Epan Fr Tab used for?

It is used for the treatment of acidity related disorders like stomach and intestinal ulcers, acid reflux disease.

Can Epan Fr Tab be taken after food?

Avoid taking after consuming food as by the time it will start showing its effect, the acid in the stomach will be released for digestion of food and it will not affect the amount of acid formation.