Pantoprazole (Injection)

Pantoprazole (pan-TOE-pra-zole)

Treats gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in people who cannot take the medicine by mouth. Also treats high levels of acid in the stomach caused by tumors (Zollinger-Ellison syndrome).

Brand Name(s):

Protonix
There may be other brand names for this medicine.

When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:

You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to pantoprazole.

How to Use This Medicine:

Injectable

• Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given. This medicine is given through a needle placed in one of your veins.
• A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine. It may also be given by a home health caregiver.
• You may be taught how to give your medicine at home. Make sure you understand all instructions before giving yourself an injection. Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to.
• Use a new needle and syringe each time you inject your medicine.
• Never share your medicine with anyone.
• You will need to switch to oral tablets as soon as you are able to use them. Carefully follow your doctor's instructions when changing from one form to the other, to make sure you continue to have enough medicine in your body.

If a dose is missed:

• If you miss a dose or forget to use your medicine, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to use the medicine and skip the missed dose.
• Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine:

• If you store this medicine at home, keep the powder in the refrigerator. Do not freeze. Store the filters at room temperature. After this medicine has been mixed with a liquid, store it at room temperature, and use it within 2 hours.
• Throw away used needles in a hard, closed container that the needles cannot poke through. Keep this container out of the reach of children and pets.
• Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.

Drugs and Foods to Avoid:

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

• Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using ketoconazole (Nizoral®), ampicillin (Omnipen®), or iron supplements.

Warnings While Using This Medicine:

• Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

• Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, tightness in chest, trouble breathing
• Blistering, peeling, red skin rash
• Redness, swelling, or pain where the IV is inserted
• Unusual tiredness, weakness, or trouble with coordination

If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

• Stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation
• Trouble sleeping

If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor.