Other names: Protonix
Categories: Prescription Medication
Description: Protonix (Pantoprazole) is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) that reduces stomach acid production. It is only available by prescription and is often prescribed for gastritis, GERD, and ulcers when antacids or H2 blockers are not effective.
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AI generated Summary: Based on the single review provided, Pantoprazole appears to be an effective treatment for gastritis, as the reviewer rated it 4 out of 5. However, the reviewer mentions that they reserve it as a second-line treatment due to it being prescription-only and its potential use in gastrointestinal bleeding from gastritis.
Since it is prescription only, and can also be used in GI bleeding from gastritis, I tend to reserve this for second line.
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