Can Protonix lower your blood pressure?
Infusion of pantoprazole at increasing rates lead to a significant decline of end systolic LV pressure by decreasing heart rate, myocardial contractility and arterial elastance. These effects were quick, beginning immediately with the infusion and usually reaching a plateau after 2 or 3 min of infusion.
Who should not take Protonix?
Protonix may not be suitable for some people including those with severe liver disease, osteoporosis or low bone mineral density, or with low levels of magnesium in their blood. May increase the risk of osteoporosis-related fracture of the hip, wrist, or spine. Not suitable for children under five.
Can Protonix cause rapid heart rate?
Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: symptoms of a low magnesium blood level (such as unusually fast/slow/irregular heartbeat, persistent muscle spasms, seizures).
What are the long term effects of taking Protonix?
The most common side effects reported include headache, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. Reports of more serious side effects include kidney disease, fractures, infections and vitamin deficiencies, but these are very rare and are generally associated with long-term use (using these products for more than a year).
What happens if Protonix doesn’t work?
If you take pantoprazole for longer than 1 year your doctor will regularly check your health to see if you should carry on taking it. It’s not known if pantoprazole works less well the longer you take it. If you feel like it isn’t working any more, talk to your doctor.
Are there any side effects to taking Tums?
Tell your doctor right away if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: loss of appetite, nausea/vomiting, unusual weight loss, bone/muscle pain, mental/mood changes (e.g., confusion), headache, increased thirst/urination, unusual weakness/tiredness.
How many Tums per day is safe?
The Tums label advises taking only a few in one sitting, not exceeding 7,500 milligrams, which depending on the dosage (it comes in 500, 750, and 1,000 mg doses) can range anywhere from 7 to 15 tablets.
How long does it take for Tums to work for stomach ache?
Is Tums good for an upset stomach? Tums is an affordable, effective option for treating an upset stomach. Chewable Tums tablets start working within five minutes and can be taken as needed. Tums should only be used for mild, occasional heartburn and indigestion.