Question 1

What is Pantoprazole used for?

Accepted Answer

Pantoprazole is indicated for: Acute GI bleeding.

Question 2

What routes can Pantoprazole be administered by?

Accepted Answer

Available routes: PO, IV.

Question 3

Which species have cited Pantoprazole dosing data?

Accepted Answer

Pantoprazole dosing in the ExoticRx formulary covers 2 species: Cat (Domestic), Dog (Domestic).

Question 4

Is Pantoprazole a controlled substance?

Accepted Answer

Pantoprazole is not federally scheduled as a controlled substance, but is veterinary prescription only in most jurisdictions.

Question 5

What are the warnings or contraindications for Pantoprazole?

Accepted Answer

IV form available for hospitalized patients. Fewer drug interactions than omeprazole. Long-term use may affect mineral absorption.

Question 6

What are the side effects of Pantoprazole?

Accepted Answer

IV form available for hospitalized patients. Fewer drug interactions than omeprazole. Long-term use may affect mineral absorption.

Question 7

How does Pantoprazole work?

Accepted Answer

Irreversibly inhibits H+/K+ ATPase proton pump. IV formulation particularly useful in critically ill animals unable to take oral medications.

Species	Route	Dose	Frequency	Evidence	Source
Dog (Domestic)	IV	0.7–1 mg/kg	q12-24h	Moderate	Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed
Cat (Domestic)	IV	0.7–1 mg/kg	q12-24h	Weak	Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed

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