Anesteloc and Anesteloc Max – price, indications, dosage, side effects

Anesteloc and its development in the form of Anesteloc Max are preparations that inhibit the secretion of hydrochloric acid in gastric juice. They contain a proton pump inhibitor. The manufacturer is the Adamed group.

Anesteloc and Anesteloc Max – the most important information

Anesteloc and Anesteloc Max are drugs in the form of gastro-resistant tablets. They are available over the counter at most pharmacies.

The active substance of these preparations is pantoprazole – a derivative of benzimidazole, i.e. a drug from the group of proton pump inhibitors. Pantoprazole blocks an enzyme called a proton pump in the cells in the lining of the stomach. As a result, the secretion of hydrochloric acid is inhibited. This allows the acidity of the gastric juice to be reduced. Moreover, due to the administration of pantoprazole in accordance with the reduction of gastric acidity, gastrin secretion is increased.

Anesteloc – cena

1. enteric-coated tablets 20 mg, 14 pcs – from PLN 2,99 to PLN 5,99;
2. enteric-coated tablets 20 mg, 28 pcs – from PLN 7,99 to PLN 11,99;
3. enteric-coated tablets 40 mg, 28 pcs – from PLN 12,99 to PLN 19,99;
4. enteric-coated tablets 20 mg, 56 pcs – from PLN 13,49 to PLN 17,99.

Anasteloc Max – prices are comparable.

Anesteloc and Anesteloc Max – indications

Anestelox Max is a drug indicated for use in adults – in the short-term treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease. It is mainly used for heartburn or regurgitation.

Anesteloc can also be used:

– to eradicate Helicobacter pyroli – in combination with appropriate antibiotics,

– in Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and other diseases related to the excessive secretion of hydrochloric acid,

– in duodenal and stomach ulcers.

Anesteloc – leaflet and dosage

The drug can be used by adults and adolescents over 12 years of age. Anasteloc is accompanied by a package leaflet with detailed guidelines.

1. Reflux oesophagitis – 40 mg / day, your doctor may prescribe a higher dose.

2. Eradykacja Helicobacter pylori 2 × 40 mg / day in combination with the prescribed antibiotics. Everything should be adjusted to the adopted treatment regimen.

3. Stomach ulcer disease – 40 mg / day, but in special cases a higher dose (maximum 80 mg) may be used. Treatment takes an average of 4-8 weeks.

4. Duodenal ulcer disease – 40 mg / day, but in special cases a higher dose (maximum 80 mg) may be used. Treatment takes an average of 2–4 weeks.

5. Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and other diseases related to the excessive secretion of hydrochloric acid – from 80 mg / day. Subsequent doses are determined individually based on the results of gastric acid tests. If the recommended doses are higher than 80 mg / day, they should be taken in 2 divided doses. The duration of treatment should be determined by the doctor on the basis of the performed tests.

In people with severe hepatic insufficiency, the dose should not exceed 20 mg / day. Anasteloc and Anasteloc Max should not be used for the eradication of Helicobacter pylori in patients with impaired renal function or moderate or severe hepatic impairment.

Anesteloc – contraindications and side effects

Long-term treatment should be consulted with your doctor.

The drug should not be used when:

1. are allergic (or hypersensitive) to pantoprazole or any other ingredient of the drug,
2. if you are taking a medicine containing atazanavir (used, inter alia, to treat HIV infection)
3. if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Remember to inform your doctor about taking other preparations.

Side effects such as:

1. allergic reactions,
2. visual disturbances,
3. arthralgia,
4. muscle aches,
5. depression,
6. increase in bilirubin and blood lipids.