Product introduction
Pansped DSR is a prescription capsule that combines pantoprazole, an acid reducer, with domperidone, which helps the stomach empty faster. It is used for acid-related stomach and food-pipe problems.
Storage: Store below 25°C in the original container, tightly closed, away from children.
Uses of Pansped DSR Capsule
- Indigestion.
- Acid reflux (GERD).
- Gastritis.
- Erosive oesophagitis.
- Gastric and duodenal ulcers.
Benefits of Pansped DSR Capsule
By lowering stomach acid and moving food along the digestive tract more quickly, this capsule helps relieve heartburn, sour belching, bloating and the feeling of fullness. It also supports healing of an irritated food pipe or stomach lining.
Side effects of Pansped DSR Capsule
Most side effects do not require medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist.
- Dry mouth.
- Headache.
- Nausea.
- Diarrhoea.
- Vomiting.
- Abdominal pain.
- Joint pain.
- Flatulence.
- Dizziness.
How to use Pansped DSR Capsule
Take one capsule once a day, usually about 30 minutes before breakfast on an empty stomach. Swallow it whole with water without crushing or chewing, and try to take it at the same time each day.
How Pansped DSR Capsule works
Pantoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor that cuts the amount of acid the stomach makes. Domperidone is a prokinetic that increases movement in the stomach and intestines so food does not sit and push acid upward.
Substitutes for Pansped DSR Capsule
These medicines have the same composition (Domperidone (30mg) + Pantoprazole (40mg)) and can generally be used as alternatives. Always confirm with your doctor or our pharmacist before switching.
Safety advice
Alcohol does not usually cause harmful effects with this medicine, but it can worsen acidity, so keep it minimal.
Considered unsafe in pregnancy because of possible harm to the unborn baby. Discuss alternatives with your doctor.
The medicine may pass into breast milk and may be unsafe for the baby. Ask your doctor first.
It may cause dizziness, sleepiness or affect alertness and vision, so avoid driving if you feel affected.
Use carefully in severe kidney disease; a dose change may be needed.
Should be avoided in liver disease unless your doctor specifically advises otherwise.
Quick tips
- Swallow the capsule whole and never crush or chew it.
- Take it about 30 minutes before your first meal of the day.
- Stay upright for 30 to 45 minutes after eating to help prevent reflux.
- Limit fried, spicy and oily foods, coffee and fizzy drinks while on treatment.
- Do not stop suddenly without speaking to your doctor, as acid symptoms may rebound.
Fact box
| Chemical class | — |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | Gastro-Intestinal |
| Action class | Gastroprokinetics |
Frequently asked questions
What does Pansped DSR do?
It reduces stomach acid and speeds up stomach emptying, easing heartburn, indigestion and reflux.
When should I take it?
Usually once daily, about 30 minutes before breakfast on an empty stomach, as directed by your doctor.
Can I stop it as soon as I feel better?
Do not stop abruptly. Suddenly stopping can bring back or worsen acidity, so ask your doctor how to reduce or end treatment.
How can I manage dry mouth caused by it?
Sip water regularly and use an alcohol-free mouthwash. Tell your doctor if it continues to bother you.