pantoprazole
PPIWhat it's for
GERD, GI bleed, stress ulcer prophylaxis
Nursing considerations
- 30-60 min before breakfast for PO
- Question indefinite continuation — the classic never-stopped med
- Long-term: low Mg, C. diff, fractures
Key side effects
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Mg on long-term use
Source: Generic names only, per NCSBN convention. Primary sources: Lehne's Pharmacology for Nursing Care, 11th ed.; Davis's Drug Guide for Nurses. Educational reference — verify every medication decision against your facility's formulary, pharmacy, and the prescriber. Doses shown are typical adult references, not recommendations.Reference only — verify against your facility's policy.
