# Pantoprazole Sodium (Protonix)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/pantoprazole-sodium
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Pantoprazole Sodium?

Pantoprazole Sodium (brand name: Protonix) is a proton-pump inhibitors. It is prescribed to treat esophagitis, zollinger-ellison syndrome, heartburn. Across the United States, 287,000 doctors prescribe Pantoprazole to approximately 6.6 million Medicare patients, making it one of the 50 most prescribed drugs in America.

## Brand names

Protonix

## Indications

Pantoprazole Sodium is prescribed for several conditions including esophagitis, zollinger-ellison syndrome, heartburn, among others.

## Conditions treated

- [Esophagitis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/esophagitis)
- [Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/zollinger-ellison-syndrome)
- [Heartburn](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/heartburn)
- [Gastroesophageal Reflux](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/gastroesophageal-reflux)
- [Helicobacter Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/helicobacter-infections)

## Mechanism of action

Pantoprazole is a PPI that suppresses the final step in gastric acid production by covalently binding to the (H + , K + )-ATPase enzyme system at the secretory surface of the gastric parietal cell. This effect leads to inhibition of both basal and stimulated gastric acid secretion irrespective of the stimulus.

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: proton-pump inhibitors
- Route of administration: INTRAVENOUS

## Common side effects

abdominal pain, arthralgia, diarrhea, dizziness, flatulence, headache, nausea, vomiting

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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