Noacid 20 mg. 28 tablets

WHAT NOACID 20 mg IS AND WHAT IT IS USED FOR?

Noacid 20 mg is a medicinal product that reduces the production of gastric acid (a selective proton pump inhibitor).

Pantoprazole is used:

- for the treatment of a mild form of reflux disease (oesophageal reflux disorder) and associated symptoms (eg, burning behind the sternum, returning acid from the stomach to the esophagus, swallowing pain).

- for long-term treatment of reflux oesophagitis (inflammation of the esophagus) and prevention of recurrence.

- to prevent the occurrence of gastric and duodenal ulcers in patients who have long been taking painkillers (non-selective non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs)

 

2. BEFORE YOU TAKE NOACID 20 mg

Do not take Nocard 20 mg:

- if you are allergic to pantoprazole or any of the other ingredients of Noacid.

- if you are taking medicines containing the active substance atazanavir (for the treatment of HIV infection)

Take special care with Noacid 20 mg

- if you suffer from a severe liver disorder, tell your doctor who will decide if your dose should be adjusted.

- if you are taking Nocard 20 mg prolonged (eg over 1 year), your doctor may ask you to visit it regularly. Share with him any new symptoms or other unusual circumstances.

- if you have a reduced body weight of vitamin B12, tell your doctor who can test you for B12 levels.

- if you suffer from rheumatic disease or you should take anti-rheumatic drugs for other reasons and if you have ever suffered from stomach or duodenal ulcer while taking such medicines. Your doctor should check if you belong to the so-called 'risk group'.

- if you have recently lost weight or suffer from prolonged vomiting, swallowing or vomiting pain, or blood in stools or very dark stools, talk to your doctor. He can do additional diagnostic tests. Also tell your doctor if the symptoms persist despite the appropriate treatment with this medicine.

Children under 12 years of age:

Noacid 20 mg should not be given to children under 12 due to lack of experience in children.

 

Taking other medicines

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription.

 

Tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:

- Medicines for the treatment of fungal infections (eg ketoconazole or itraconazole) and other medicines known to have their blood concentration levels dependent on acidic secretion in the stomach.

- Blood thinners (coumarin derivatives such as phenprocoumon or warfarin), in which case your doctor should check the blood clotting parameters.

- Atazanavir for the treatment of HIV infection that you should not take concurrently with Noacid 20 mg.

 

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicines.

There are no data on the use of pantoprazole in pregnant women.

 

Driving and using machines

Noacid 20 mg has no influence on the ability to drive and use machines.

However, the occurrence of side effects such as dizziness and blurred vision may affect your reactions, which in turn may impair your ability to drive and use machines.

Important information about some of the ingredients of Noacid 20 mg

If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, you should contact your doctor before taking this medicinal product.

 

3. HOW TO TAKE NOACID 20 mg

Always take the medicine exactly as your doctor has told you. If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

Instructions for use:

Take Noacid 20 mg tablets whole (without chewing or crushing the tablet with some water.

Unless your doctor prescribes otherwise, the usual dose is:

 

Adults and adolescents at and above 13 years of age:

Treatment of a mild form of reflux disease and associated symptoms (eg burning behind the sternum, returning acid from the stomach to the esophagus, swallowing pain)

1 gastro-resistant tablet daily.

The healing is usually achieved for 2-4 weeks. A four-week course of treatment is required for complete recovery from reflux oesophagitis. If this is not enough, recovery usually occurs after another four weeks of additional treatment.

Upon reappearance of the symptoms, they can be treated - after consultation with your doctor - with a dose of 1 gastro-resistant tablet per day on a recurrent attack. This is known as '' treatment if necessary ''. If it does not lead to adequate improvement in symptoms, your doctor may consider it necessary
Prolonged treatment of reflux oesophagitis and prevention of recurrence

For long-term treatment, adults should receive 1 gastro-resistant tablet daily. In case of reflux oesophagitis, this dose may be increased to 2 gastro-resistant tablets Noacid 20 mg (containing 20 mg pantoprazole).

 

If you take more Noacid than you should

There is no evidence of overdose in humans. However, if you notice signs of intoxication, tell the doctor. Depending on the dose taken and / or the type of symptoms, the doctor will decide what measures to take.

 

If you forget to take Noacid

Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose. Accept the next dose at the time specified.

 

If you stop taking Noacid 20 mg

Always tell your doctor before stopping treatment with Noacid on his own initiative. If you have any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

 

4. POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS

Like all medicines, Noacid 20 mg can cause side effects, although not everyone gets them.

Serious side effects

Stop taking Novartis 20 mg immediately and go to your doctor if you experience any of the following symptoms:

- Swelling of the face, tongue and throat

- difficulty swallowing

- Skin reactions with blistering or ulceration and urticaria;

- Difficulty breathing

- Severe dizziness with rapid heartbeat and sweating.

 

Other possible side effects

Common side effects - headache, upper abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, ulcer, and gas.

 

Uncommon side effects

Dizziness and visual disturbances such as blurred vision, nausea and vomiting, allergic reactions.

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