The recommended dose of pantoprazole to treat reflux esophagitis is 40 mg once daily in the morning for 4 to 8 weeks. Treatment may be continued at a dose of 20 mg to 40 mg once daily to prevent the symptoms from returning.
To treat GERD or heartburn, the recommended dose is 40 mg once daily for up to 4 weeks.
To prevent stomach ulcers associated with NSAID use, the dose is 20 mg once daily in the morning.
To treat duodenal (intestinal) ulcers, the recommended dose is 40 mg once daily in the morning for 2 to 4 weeks.
To treat gastric (stomach) ulcers, the recommended dose is 40 mg once daily in the morning for 4 to 8 weeks.
To treat duodenal (intestinal) ulcers caused by H. pylori in adults, the dose of pantoprazole is 40 mg twice daily taken with amoxicillin 1,000 mg twice daily and clarithromycin 500 mg twice daily, or pantoprazole 40 mg twice daily taken with Metronidazole 500 mg twice daily and clarithromycin 500 mg twice daily. The usual duration of this treatment is 7 days.
Do not chew or crush the tablets. Swallow them whole with a glass of water in the morning either before, during, or after breakfast.
Many things can affect the dose of a medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.
It is important that Ratio Pantoprazole be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible and continue with your regular schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
Store Ratio Pantoprazole at room temperature and keep it out of the reach of children.
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.