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Plezia-40 Injection 1's Substitute

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Composition:

PANTOPRAZOLE-40MG

Uses:

<p>Plezia-40 Injection 1's is used to treat conditions caused by excessive stomach acid production. The detailed uses of Plezia-40 Injection 1's are as follows:</p><ul><li><strong>Duodenal ulcers:</strong> Plezia-40 Injection 1's promotes healing and reduces discomfort caused by ulcers in the small intestine.</li><li><strong>Gastric ulcers:</strong> Plezia-40 Injection 1's reduces stomach acid to heal and prevent recurrence of stomach ulcers.</li><li><strong>Reflux oesophagitis:</strong> Plezia-40 Injection 1's treats the inflammation and damage caused by acid reflux in the esophagus.</li><li><strong>Erosive esophagitis:</strong> Plezia-40 Injection 1's aids in healing the esophageal lining damaged due to excessive stomach acid.</li><li><strong>Zollinger-Ellison syndrome:</strong> Plezia-40 Injection 1's regulates the excessive acid production associated with Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

  • Plezia-40 Injection 1's contains Pantoprazole, which is a proton pump inhibitor.
  • It blocks the action of the gastric proton pump that is responsible for the production of acid in the stomach.
  • This reduces the amount of acid produced, heals the ulcers, and prevents the formation of new ulcers.
  • It also relieves the symptoms of GERD, like heartburn, difficulty in swallowing, and persistent cough. Pantoprazole may also prevent oesophageal cancer.

FAQs

Plezia-40 Injection 1's is used to treat stomach ulcers, gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD), heartburn, erosive oesophagitis, and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.

Plezia-40 Injection 1's works by reducing the amount of acid produced in the stomach and thus relieves stomach ulcers, heartburn, GERD, and other gastrointestinal discomforts.

Please do not take Plezia-40 Injection 1's for longer durations unless prescribed by the doctor. Taking Plezia-40 Injection 1's on long-term may cause you to develop stomach growths known as fundic gland polyps. A regular check-up is advised if Plezia-40 Injection 1's is prescribed for longer durations.

Plezia-40 Injection 1's may cause bloating as a side effect with its regular use. You may experience tightness, fullness, or swelling of your stomach area. It is advised to avoid consuming wind/gas-producing foods like beans, onions, lactose-containing foods, and carbonated beverages. You can also try herbal teas like peppermint, coriander, fennel, turmeric, and chamomile. If you do not notice any improvement in your bloating, please seek medical advice.

Diarrhea might be a side-effect of Plezia-40 Injection 1's. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy foods if you experience diarrhea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or experience excess diarrhea, consult your doctor. Prolonged intake of proton pump inhibitors like Plezia-40 Injection 1's is linked with a greater risk of Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea. If you develop diarrhea that does not improve, immediately consult a doctor.

On long term treatment, Plezia-40 Injection 1's may increase the risk of fractures of the hip, spine, and wrist. Inform your doctor if you have osteoporosis, bone-related problems, or take any corticosteroids. Your doctor may suggest supplements like Calcium citrate and Vitamin D.

Plezia-40 Injection 1's may cause low Vitamin B12 levels on long term usage. Your doctor may adjust the dose of Plezia-40 Injection 1's accordingly and may suggest Vitamin B12 supplements if you are on long term treatment with Plezia-40 Injection 1's.

Plezia-40 Injection 1's should be used with caution and only under a doctor's supervision if you have any liver, kidney or heart diseases, stomach and intestinal problems, recent abdominal surgery, Vitamin B12 deficiency, risk of bone fractures, osteoporosis, and autoimmune diseases like lupus.

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