Who Should and Should Not Take Pantoprazole?
Pantoprazole is basically safe for most adults and children over 12 years old. However, some people should talk with a doctor or avoid the medication to ensure safety. These include those people who:
– Have a history of allergies to pantoprazole or any similar medications
– Are due to undergo an endoscopy
– Are pregnant, breastfeeding, or want to become pregnant
– Have liver issues
If you are going to undergo an endoscopy, talk with your healthcare provider to determine whether you need to stop taking pantoprazole several weeks before the surgery. It is mainly because the medication would side some issues that may be detected during an endoscopy. [7]
