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Pantoprazole Sodium 20 mg/1

Pantoprazole Sodium · TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE · Major Pharmaceuticals

10 Recalls on Record
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Pantoprazole Sodium is a tablet, delayed release containing pantoprazole sodium at 20 mg/1, taken oral. Manufactured by Major Pharmaceuticals.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Pantoprazole Sodium
Generic Name
Pantoprazole Sodium
NDC Code (Product)
0904-7458
Manufacturer
Major Pharmaceuticals
Strength
20 mg/1
Dosage Form
TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE
Route
ORAL
Marketing Status
Application #
ANDA202038
Marketing Start
10/07/2024

Recall History

10 Recalls on Record
Class II03/29/2019

Jubilant Cadista Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Discoloration: Expansion of an earlier recall due to the presence of dark brown discoloration on the edges of the tablets.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II08/03/2016

Aurobindo Pharma USA Inc

Presence of Foreign Tablets/Capsules: Firm received a market complaint stating the presence of one foreign tablet (Montelukast Sodium Chewable Tab 4mg) in the product bottle of Pantoprazole.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II07/02/2013

Aidapak Services, LLC

Labeling:Label Mixup; PANTOPRAZOLE SODIUM DR Tablet, 20 mg may be potentially mislabeled as FOSINOPRIL SODIUM, Tablet, 20 mg, NDC 60505251102, Pedigree: AD70690_1, EXP: 5/29/2014.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II04/07/2023

Methapharm Inc

CGMP Deviations; The impacted product and lot number was inadvertently placed into saleable inventory, which does not comply with approved procedures.

CompletedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II07/02/2013

Aidapak Services, LLC

Labeling: Label Mixup: PANTOPRAZOLE SODIUM DR, Tablet, 20 mg may be potentially mislabeled as one of the following drugs: HYOSCYAMINE SULFATE SL, Tablet, 0.125 mg, NDC 00574025001, Pedigree: AD60272_16, EXP: 5/22/2014; MULTIVITAMIN/MULTIMINERAL, Tablet, 0 mg, NDC 65162066810, Pedigree: AD73646_13, EXP: 5/30/2014.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II04/13/2022

Mckesson Medical-Surgical Inc. Corporate Office

cGMP deviations: Temperature abuse

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class III11/22/2016

Pfizer Inc.

Subpotent Drug: Out of Specification (OOS) for potency at the 6-month stability time point.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class III02/05/2021

SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC

Failed Impurity/Degradation Specifications

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II02/11/2013

Jubilant Cadista Pharmaceuticals Inc.

cGMP Deviations: Oral products were not manufactured in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II04/09/2014

Legacy Pharmaceutical Packaging

Correct Labeled Product Miscart/Mispack: some cartons labeled as Pantoprazole Sodium Delayed-Release may contain correctly labeled blister cards of Lorazepam tablets

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

fatigue20,314 reports
off label use18,113 reports
nausea17,386 reports
diarrhoea17,060 reports
dyspnoea16,904 reports
drug ineffective16,844 reports
pain15,251 reports
headache12,998 reports
vomiting12,458 reports
arthralgia11,972 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Pantoprazole Sodium for Injection is indicated for treatment of: gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and a history of erosive esophagitis (EE) for up to 10 days in adults. pathological hypersecretory conditions including Zollinger-Ellison (ZE) Syndrome in adults. Limitations of Use The safety and effectiveness of Pantoprazole Sodium for Injection for the treatment of upper gastrointestinal bleeding have not been established in adult or pediatric patients. Pediatric use information is approved for Pfizer Inc.'s PROTONIX® I.V. (pantoprazole sodium) for Injection. However, due to Pfizer Inc.'s marketing exclusivity rights, this drug product is not labeled with that information. Pantoprazole Sodium for Injection is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) indicated for treatment of: gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and a history of erosive esophagitis (EE) for up to 10 days in adults. ( 1 ) pathological hypersecretion conditions including Zollinger-Ellison (ZE) Syndrome in adults. ( 1 ) Limitations of Use The safety and effectiveness of pantoprazole sodium for injection for the treatment of upper gastrointestinal bleeding have not been established in adult or pedi

Dosage & Administration

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION GERD and a History of EE Adults: The recommended dosage is 40 mg once daily by intravenous injection (over at least 2 minutes) or intravenous infusion (for 15 minutes) for up to 10 days. ( 2.1 ) Discontinue as soon as the patient is able to receive oral treatment. Switch to an appropriate oral medication within 10 days of starting pantoprazole sodium for injection. ( 2.1 ) Pathological Hypersecretion Conditions, Including ZE Syndrome The recommended adult dosage is 80 mg every 12 hours by intravenous injection (over at least 2 minutes) or intravenous infusion (for 15 minutes). ( 2.2 ) For information on how to adjust dosing for individual patient needs, see the full prescribing information. ( 2.2 ) When switching between intravenous to oral formulations of gastric acid inhibitors, consider the pharmacodynamic action of the drugs to ensure continuity of acid suppression. ( 2.2 ) Preparation and Administration Instructions See full prescribing information for preparation and administration instructions by indication. ( 2.3 , 2.4 ) 2.1 Recommended Dosage for GERD Associated with a History of EE Adult Patients The recommended adult dosage of pantoprazole sod

Contraindications

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Pantoprazole sodium is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis to the formulation or any substituted benzimidazole. Hypersensitivity reactions may include anaphylaxis, anaphylactic shock, angioedema, bronchospasm, acute tubulointerstitial nephritis, and urticaria [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2 , 5.4 ) and Adverse Reactions (6) ] . Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), including pantoprazole sodium, are contraindicated in patients receiving rilpivirine-containing products [see Drug Interactions (7) ] . Known hypersensitivity to any component of the formulation or to substituted benzimidazoles. ( 4 ) Patients receiving rilpivirine-containing products. ( 4 , 7 )

Drug Interactions

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS See the full prescribing information for a list of clinically important drug interactions. ( 7 ) Table 3 includes drugs with clinically important drug interactions and interaction with diagnostics when administered concomitantly with pantoprazole sodium and instructions for preventing or managing them. Consult the labeling of concomitantly used drugs to obtain further information about interactions with PPIs. Table 3: Clinically Relevant Interactions Affecting Drugs Co-Administered with Pantoprazole Sodium and Interaction with Diagnostics Antiretrovirals Clinical Impact: The effect of PPIs on antiretroviral drugs is variable. The clinical importance and the mechanisms behind these interactions are not always known. Decreased exposure of some antiretroviral drugs (e.g., rilpivirine atazanavir, and nelfinavir) when used concomitantly with pantoprazole sodium may reduce antiviral effect and promote the development of drug resistance. Increased exposure of other antiretroviral drugs (e.g., saquinavir) when used concomitantly with pantoprazole sodium may increase toxicity of the antiretroviral drugs. There are other antiretroviral drugs which do not result in clinica

Adverse Reactions

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are described below and elsewhere in labeling: Injection Site Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Potential for Exacerbation of Zinc Deficiency [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Acute Tubulointerstitial Nephritis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Clostridioides difficile -Associated Diarrhea [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Bone Fracture [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] Cutaneous and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8) ] Hepatic Effects [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9) ] Hypomagnesemia and Mineral Metabolism [see Warnings and Precautions (5.10) ] Fundic Gland Polyps [see Warnings and Precautions (5.11) ] Most common adverse reactions (> 2%) are: headache, diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, flatulence, dizziness, and arthralgia. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Meitheal Pharmaceuticals Inc. at 1-844-824-8426 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch . 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, ad

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pantoprazole Sodium used for?

Pantoprazole Sodium contains Pantoprazole Sodium. It is a tablet, delayed release taken oral. Consult your doctor for specific uses.

Is Pantoprazole Sodium a controlled substance?

Pantoprazole Sodium is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for Pantoprazole Sodium?

The generic name for Pantoprazole Sodium is Pantoprazole Sodium. There are 7 other brand versions of Pantoprazole Sodium.

What is the NDC code for Pantoprazole Sodium 20 mg/1?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Pantoprazole Sodium 20 mg/1 is 0904-7458, listed by Major Pharmaceuticals.