Protopan Dsr Capsule

Composition of Protopan Dsr Capsule

Protopan Dsr Capsule contains Pantoprazole 40 mg (enteric coated) + Domperidone 30 mg (sustained release) capsule. It belongs to the Proton pump inhibitor (Pantoprazole) + Prokinetic/antiemetic (Domperidone) class of medicines.

Uses of Protopan Dsr Capsule

• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
• acidity/heartburn
• gastritis
• peptic ulcer-related acid symptoms
• nausea and vomiting associated with reflux

Key benefits

• Relieves acidity and heartburn
• Reduces acid reflux symptoms
• Helps heal acid-related irritation
• Improves gastric emptying
• Reduces nausea associated with reflux

How Protopan Dsr Capsule works

Pantoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor that reduces stomach acid by blocking the H+/K+ ATPase pump in gastric parietal cells. Domperidone is a dopamine (D2) receptor antagonist that improves gastric motility and helps relieve nausea by enhancing stomach emptying.

How to take Protopan Dsr Capsule

Take as directed by a doctor. Commonly taken as 1 capsule once daily, 30 minutes before breakfast; swallow whole without crushing/chewing (SR/EC formulation).

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine may cause confusion, blurred vision, sweating and a fast heartbeat. It can cause drowsiness, disorientation and abnormal muscle movements. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Protopan Dsr Capsule

Most side effects of Protopan Dsr are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Headache
• diarrhea
• abdominal pain
• nausea
• dry mouth
• dizziness
• flatulence
• constipation

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Protopan Dsr Capsule

Warnings and precautions

Use with caution in liver disease. Domperidone may increase risk of QT prolongation/serious heart rhythm problems—avoid in known prolonged QT, significant electrolyte disturbances, or moderate to severe heart disease. Seek medical advice if black stools, vomiting blood, persistent symptoms, or unexplained weight loss occur. Long-term PPI use may be associated with low magnesium, vitamin B12 deficiency, fractures, and C. difficile diarrhea.

Do not take Protopan Dsr if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with bleeding, blockage or perforation of the gut, or with certain heart rhythm disorders.

Interactions with other medicines

QT-prolonging drugs (e.g., amiodarone, sotalol, certain antipsychotics), strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (ketoconazole, itraconazole, clarithromycin, erythromycin, ritonavir) may increase domperidone levels; anticoagulants like warfarin (monitor), drugs needing acidic pH for absorption (ketoconazole/itraconazole, atazanavir), methotrexate (high dose), clopidogrel (possible reduced activation with some PPIs)

How to store Protopan Dsr Capsule

Store below 25°C in a dry place, protected from moisture and direct light. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Protopan Dsr Capsule

Take it before breakfast, not after a meal. Eat smaller meals, avoid late dinners, raise the head of your bed and avoid smoking — these do as much as the tablet for reflux. Take it shortly before meals for bloating and early fullness. Sip fluids frequently in small amounts, and use oral rehydration salts if you have been vomiting.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

EAST WEST PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

Anti-reflux / Anti-ulcerant

Drug class:

Proton pump inhibitor (Pantoprazole) + Prokinetic/antiemetic (Domperidone)