Joint Formulary & PAD

Pantoprazole - Acid suppression (Adults)

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Status 1

Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Associated Icons :
Restrictions / Comments :

PAD Profile

ChemicalSubstance :
Pantoprazole
Indication :
Acid suppression (Adults)
Group Name :
Keywords :
GORD, gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, indigestion, PPIs, Proton pump inhibitors, gastric ulcer, stomach ulcer, dyspepsia
Brand Names Include :
Protium
Important Information :
2nd line in adults without swallowing difficulties. (Suitable for patients that cannot have animal-derived products / capsules.)
Latest Additions Date From :
Latest Additions Date To :
Supporting Documents :
2

Other Indications

Below are listed other indications that Pantoprazole is used to treat.

Other Drugs

Below are listed other drugs that are used to treat Acid suppression (Adults).

Committee Recommendations (1)

The Surrey Heartlands Integrated Care System Area Prescribing Committee (APC) has agreed that pantoprazole tablets should be restricted for use in patients that cannot have animal-derived products 

For people with no swallowing difficulties:

  • 1st Line: Lansoprazole capsules/Omeprazole capsules
  • 2nd line: Pantoprazole tablets (Suitable for patients that cannot have animal-derived products) 
  • 2nd line: Rabeprazole tablets (Suitable for patients that cannot have animal-derived products)
  • 3rd line: Esomeprazole capsules – not for new initiation

For patients who cannot swallow tablets/have swallowing difficulties:

  • 1st Line: lansoprazole orodispersible tablets
  • 2nd line: lansoprazole capsules/omeprazole capsules (opened, and granules dispersed in water/yoghurt/apple puree)
  • 3rd line: esomeprazole granule sachets

For patients with enteral feeding tubes:

  • 1st line: lansoprazole orodispersible tablets
  • 2nd line: lansoprazole capsules
  • 3rd line: esomeprazole granule sachets (do not use if tube is less than 6F)