Drug Name: PROTONIX
Pronounced: PRO-ton-iks
Chemical names: Pantoprazole sodium

PROTONIX Drug Use: Protonix blocks the production of stomach acid. Protonix is a member of the 'proton pump inhibitor' class of acid blockers, which includes AcipHex, Nexium, Prilosec and Prevacid.

PROTONIX Drug Usage Instructions: Take Protonix exactly as prescribed by your doctor. You may take with or without food. Do not chew, crush or split the delayed-release tablets.

PROTONIX Storage Instructions: Protonix at room temperature. issed Dose: Never take 2 doses at the same time. If you miss you dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular dosage schedule.

PROTONIX Missed Dose: Never take 2 doses at the same time. If you miss you dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular dosage schedule.

PROTONIX Side Effects: More common side effects of Protonix may include: diarrhoea, Headache

Special Precautions with PROTONIX: Less common and rare side effects of Protonix may include: abdominal pain, burping, gas, nausea, vomiting, insomnia and rash. So, you should buy this drug and take it after your doctor's prescription only.