ZOSECTA IV INJECTION contains S(-)Pantoprazole which belongs to the group of medicines called Proton pump inhibitors. It is used to manage peptic ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) or reflux esophagitis and its associated symptoms such as acidity, heartburn, acid reflux and pain in swallowing.
Peptic ulcers are painful sores that develop on the linings of the stomach, esophagus or intestines. It causes severe stomach pain with sensation of flatulence, indigestion, vomiting and fatigue.
GERD is a chronic digestive disease in which the acid from the stomach frequently flows into the esophagus leading to irritation of lining of food pipe. Symptoms include heartburn, chest pain, nausea, sensation of lump in throat and stomach discomfort.
Reflux esophagitis can be defined as the inflammation of the food pipe accompanied with acid reflex. ZOSECTA IV INJECTION can also be used to manage Zollinger-Ellison syndrome (tumors in pancreas causing the stomach to secrete more acid) and other acid related diseases of the gut.
During management with ZOSECTA IV INJECTION your doctor will closely monitor your kidney functions, liver functions and blood magnesium levels to avoid the risk of unwanted side effects.
Before receiving ZOSECTA IV INJECTION inform your doctor if you have any liver, kidney or heart problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have weak bones or any previous history of bleeding in the gut.
Consult your doctor before receiving ZOSECTA IV INJECTION if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. The most common side effects of receiving ZOSECTA IV INJECTION is pain and inflammation at the site of injection. Consult your doctor if this side effect bothers you.
You must also inform your doctor immediately if you experience severe tiredness with abnormal muscle movements, dizziness, confusion, disorientation and irregular heartbeat after receiving ZOSECTA IV INJECTION, as it could be a sign of low magnesium levels in blood.
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