PROTONIX

Drug Name: PROTONIX

PROTONIX DESCRIPTION:
PANTOPRAZOLE - ORAL (pan-TOE-pruh-zole)

PROTONIX SIDE EFFECTS:
Diarrhea or headache may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these very unlikely but serious side effects: mental/mood changes, vision problems, persistent stomach pain, black/bloody stools. Allergic reactions to PROTONIX are unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if they occur. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE PROTONIX:
PROTONIX: Take PROTONIX by mouth, generally once daily in the morning, as directed by your doctor. Swallow the tablets whole. Do not chew, crush or split the tablets, as this may decrease the effectiveness of the drug. Continue to take PROTONIX until the full-prescribed amount is finished, even if symptoms disappear after a few days. Stopping the medication too early may result in a relapse of your condition.

PROTONIX USES:
PROTONIX is used to treat acid-related stomach problems (e.g., ulcers, esophagitis).

PROTONIX PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor your medical history, including: liver problems, any allergies. PROTONIX should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known whether PROTONIX passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

PROTONIX DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially of: azole antifungal medications (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole). Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

PROTONIX OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

PROTONIX NOTES:
Do not share PROTONIX with others.

MISSED PROTONIX DOSE:
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.

PROTONIX STORAGE:
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.