Apentral C 3mg/40mg Tablet is used to treat gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD), indigestion, duodenal ulcers, erosive oesophagitis (acid-related damage to the lining of the oesophagus), infections caused by Helicobacter pylori when given along with an antibiotic, and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.

Apentral C 3mg/40mg Tablet contains Pantoprazole and Cinitapride. Pantoprazole works by reducing the production of stomach acid. Cinitapride prevents the backflow of food and acid from the stomach into the mouth. Together, Apentral C 3mg/40mg Tablet helps treat acidity-related conditions.

In some cases, Apentral C 3mg/40mg Tablet may cause side effects, such as headache, flatulence, stomach pain, constipation, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve over time. However, talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Do not take Apentral C 3mg/40mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Apentral C 3mg/40mg Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Keep your doctor informed about your medications and health conditions to rule out any interactions.

Apentral C 3mg/40mg Tablet is used to treat acid-related stomach and oesophageal disorders. The detailed uses of Apentral C 3mg/40mg Tablet are as follows:

• Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD): Apentral C 3mg/40mg Tablet reduces heartburn and prevents acid from flowing back into the oesophagus.
• Indigestion: Apentral C 3mg/40mg Tablet relieves discomfort, bloating, and pain due to excessive stomach acid production.
• Duodenal ulcers: Apentral C 3mg/40mg Tablet promotes healing of ulcers in the small intestine by reducing acid production.
• Erosive oesophagitis: Apentral C 3mg/40mg Tablet protects the oesophageal lining from acid-related injury.
• Helicobacter pylori infection: Apentral C 3mg/40mg Tablet aids in the eradication of H. pylori bacteria and the healing of ulcers when combined with antibiotics.
• Zollinger-Ellison syndrome: Apentral C 3mg/40mg Tablet controls excessive stomach acid production in Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.

• Take Apentral C 3mg/40mg Tablet 30-60 minutes before food as advised by a doctor.
• Follow your doctor’s recommendations on the dosage and timing of this medication to achieve optimal results.
• Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water.
• Do not crush, chew, or break it.

• Apentral C 3mg/40mg Tablet reduces acid production and prevents acid backflow, offering relief from heartburn and regurgitation.
• It enhances gastrointestinal motility and speeds up gastric emptying, improving digestion and reducing bloating, fullness, and discomfort.
• It lowers stomach acid levels, allowing ulcerated areas in the stomach and duodenum to heal effectively.
• Apentral C 3mg/40mg Tablet protects and helps heal the lining of the oesophagus that has been damaged by stomach acid.
• When used with antibiotics, it aids in the treatment of Helicobacter pylori infections, which cause peptic ulcers.
• It treats Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome by controlling excessive acid secretion caused by gastrin-producing tumours.
• Apentral C 3mg/40mg Tablet is beneficial in patients with delayed gastric emptying or other motility disorders, helping reduce symptoms like bloating and early satiety.

• Do not take Apentral C 3mg/40mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components.
• Inform your doctor before taking Apentral C 3mg/40mg Tablet if you have severe liver or kidney problems or if you are due to have a Chromogranin A test.
• Consult your doctor if you experience unexplained weight loss, stomach pain, indigestion, vomit food or blood, or if you pass black stools.
• On long-term treatment, Apentral C 3mg/40mg Tablet may cause osteoporosis and hypomagnesemia (low levels of magnesium) and may reduce the absorption of vitamin B12.
• Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Apentral C 3mg/40mg Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert.
• This medicine should not be given to children as safety has not been established.
• Let your doctor know if you are taking any other medicines, including supplements and herbal products.