Pantoprazole Sodium

Medically Reviewed by HaVy Ngo, Pharm.D.

Last Reviewed: Jun 07, 2022

Pros & Cons


What are the pros and cons of pantoprazole?

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  • Well-tolerated by most people with minimal adverse effects 
  • Safe for children aged 5 and older
  • Available as a generic at a lower price
  • Pantoprazole can be safely taken with another quick-acting acid-reducing medication like Tums or Maalox for immediate heartburn relief. 
  • Pantoprazole can be taken with or without food.

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  • Does not provide fast-acting relief for heartburn like anti-acid medications such as Tums, Rolaids, or Maalox
  • Like other proton pump inhibitors, long-term use of pantoprazole can cause osteoporosis (weakened bones). 
  • Pantoprazole can cause low levels of magnesium and vitamin B-12 (cyanocobalamin)
  • Only available with a prescription