Walapan D Tablet 10 is used to manage gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a condition where stomach acid frequently flows back into the esophagus, causing discomfort. This combination medicine belongs to the gastrointestinal medicines group, specifically proton pump inhibitors and prokinetics. It helps in relieving symptoms such as heartburn, chest discomfort, or acidity. This medication is also effective in managing conditions like peptic ulcer disease, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, and gastroparesis. These issues involve an excess production of stomach acid or impaired gastric motility.
Uses
- Providing relief from Zollinger-Ellison syndrome (a rare condition where the stomach produces too much acid, leading to ulcers)
- Managing gastroparesis (delayed emptying of the stomach contents into the intestine)
- Controlling nausea and vomiting
How Walapan D Tablet 10 Works?Walapan D Tablet 10 comprises two active ingredients:
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Domperidone (10 mg): This is a prokinetic agent that works by enhancing the movements or contractions of the stomach and intestines. It enables faster passage of food through the stomach to the intestine, reducing feelings of bloating and indigestion.
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Pantoprazole (40 mg): It is a proton pump inhibitor that works by reducing the production of stomach acid. It does so by blocking an enzyme in the wall of the stomach that produces acid. This action helps prevent damage to the stomach lining caused by acid, relieving symptoms like heartburn and difficulty swallowing.
Side effects
- Headache
- Diarrhoea
- Flatulence
- Abdominal pain
- Dry mouth
- Dizziness
