Pantoprazole (Intravenous Route)

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Side Effects

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

• Accumulation of pus
• Bleeding, blistering, burning, coldness, discoloration of the skin, feeling of pressure, hives, infection, inflammation, itching, lumps, numbness, pain, rash, redness, scarring, soreness, stinging, swelling, tenderness, tingling, ulceration, or warmth at the injection site
• Changes in skin color, pain, tenderness, or swelling of the foot or leg
• Fever
• Stomach pain
• Swollen, red, tender area of infection

• Abdominal or stomach pain
• Absence of or decrease in body movement
• Blindness
• Blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin
• Bloating of abdomen or stomach
• Bloody or cloudy urine
• Bloody, black, or tarry stools
• Blurred vision
• Chills
• Constipation
• Continuing ringing or buzzing or other unexplained noise in the ears
• Cough
• Dark-colored urine
• Decreased vision
• Diarrhea
• Difficulty with speaking
• Difficulty with swallowing
• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Fast heartbeat
• Feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings
• Greatly decreased frequency of urination or amount of urine
• Hearing loss
• Hives
• Increased watering of the mouth
• Indigestion
• Itching
• Joint or muscle pain
• Large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs
• Light-colored stools
• Loss of appetite
• Mood or mental changes
• Muscle cramps or spasms
• Muscle pain or stiffness
• Nausea or vomiting
• Pains in the stomach, side, or abdomen, possibly radiating to the back
• Pale skin
• Puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
• Red skin lesions, often with a purple center
• Red, irritated eyes
• Sensation of spinning
• Shortness of breath
• Skin rash
• Sore throat
• Sores, ulcers, or white spots on the lips or in the mouth
• Swelling of the feet or lower legs
• Swollen glands
• Tightness in the chest
• Unexplained bleeding or bruising
• Unusual tiredness or weakness
• Vomiting
• Wheezing
• Yellow eyes or skin

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

• Acid or sour stomach
• Belching
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Heartburn
• Indigestion
• Runny nose
• Sleeplessness
• Sneezing
• Stomach discomfort, upset, or pain
• Stuffy nose
• Trouble sleeping
• Unable to sleep

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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