Pantoprazole
Pantoprazole Overview: Pantoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) that is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and to protect the stomach. It's also used in triple antibiotic regimens for the treatment of H. pylori infections, with medicines including amoxicillin, clarithromycin, and metronidazole. Long-term usage of PPIs has been linked to an increased risk of bacterial infections and decreased absorption of minerals including iron and B12. Primary Characteristics: A substituted sodium 5-(difluoromethoxy)-2-[[(3,4-dimethoxy-2-pyridinyl) methyl] sulfonyl] 1H-benzimidazole is the active component in PROTONIX® I.V. (pantoprazole sodium) for Injection. With a molecular weight of 405.4, its empirical formula is C16H14F2N3NaO4S. The rate of chemical breakdown in aqueous solution is pH-dependent and rises as pH decreases. Pharmacology: Indication: Pantoprazole injection is approved for the short-term (7-10 day) treatment of individua...