Itopan: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Itopan Information

Itopan is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. The alternative uses of Itopan have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Itopan depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Itopan as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Itopan normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Itopan has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Itopan has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Itopan related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Itopan contraindications section.

Additionally, Itopan may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Itopan is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Itopan Benefits & Uses
Itopan Dosage & How to Take
Itopan Side Effects
Itopan Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Itopan with Other Drugs
Itopan Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Itopan
Itopan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Itopan Benefits & Uses

Itopan is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Gastritis
GERD
Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
Diabetic Gastroparesis

Itopan Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Gastritis Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 190 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 8 weeks Special Instructions: strength 40 mg pantoprazole and 150 mg itopride in one capsule
Geriatric	Disease: Gastritis Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 190 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 8 weeks Special Instructions: strength 40 mg pantoprazole and 150 mg itopride in one capsule

Itopan Related Warnings

Is the use of Itopan safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Itopan will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Itopan safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Itopan for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Itopan on the Kidneys?

In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Itopan on kidneys.
What is the effect of Itopan on the Liver?

There is no research available on the side effects of Itopan on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Itopan on the Heart?

Side effects of Itopan on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Severe Interaction of Itopan with Other Drugs

Itopan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Atazanavir

Emtricitabine

Methotrexate

Nelfinavir

Moderate

Mild

Atropine

Hyoscine

Cimetidine

Ranitidine

Itopan Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Itopan unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Gastric Cancer
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Osteoporosis
Liver Disease
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Itopan

Is this Itopan habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Itopan.

Itopan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Itopan

When consumed with certain foods, Itopan may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Itopan

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Itopan with alcohol will be.

Frequently asked Questions about Itopan

Question over 5 years ago

How does Itopan works?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Itopan works by blocking the action of the enzyme in the wall of a stomach which is responsible for acid production in the stomach. By blocking the enzyme, the production of acid is decreased, and this helps to relieve the stomach from acidity, heartburn, GERD, stomach ulcer and other acidity related stomach problem.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Itopan cause bloating?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Itopan causes bloating. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience unpleasant effects after consuming this drug then inform to doctor right away without further delay.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Itopan over the counter drug?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Itopan over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Itopan heal ulcer?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Itopan helps in the preventing and healing the ulcer. It is one of the main uses of this drug. However, your doctor may also suggest other medicines to heal stomach ulcers completely.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Itopan cause diarrhea?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Itopan can cause diarrhea. However, diarrhea could be a sign of a contracted infection too. If you experience severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine, inform the doctor light away without further delay.