Important Information about PROTONIX
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So, where does the acid in erosive acid reflux disease come from? It's produced in your stomach. And while it's supposed to stay in your stomach, it sometimes doesn't.

When you have acid reflux disease, the acid flows up into your esophagus where it can result in heartburn and other uncomfortable symptoms. More importantly, though it can cause damage in the form of erosions (shallow sores) to develop in your esophagus.

Lowers acid levels.

PROTONIX shuts down many of the stomach's acid-producing pumps to help maintain a lower level of acid. A reduced level of acid in your stomach can mean there is less acid to travel into your esophagus and cause damage.

Play the video to see how PROTONIX shuts down acid pumps.

Taken once daily in the morning, PROTONIX 40 mg is proven to heal even the most severe erosions caused by acid reflux disease. It is also proven to help control acid reflux symptoms in people with erosive acid reflux disease. Talk to your doctor to see if PROTONIX may be right for you.

Individual results may vary.

Important Product and Safety Information

Indications

PROTONIX is a prescription drug that is used to treat and maintain healing of erosive acid reflux disease, also known as erosive GERD (breaks in the lining of the esophagus), and relieve associated symptoms that may include frequent and persistent heartburn and stomach acid backup. Most patients heal within 8 weeks of treatment. Doctors may prescribe PROTONIX beyond 8 weeks to maintain healing or to prevent a recurrence of your symptoms. Controlled studies did not extend beyond 12 months.

Important Safety Information

• • In clinical trials, the most frequently reported side effects with PROTONIX Delayed-Release Tablets were headache, diarrhea, and gas.
• • Relief of your symptoms while on PROTONIX does not exclude the possibility that serious stomach conditions are present.
• • Patients who are allergic to any ingredient of PROTONIX should not take it.

 

Please see Important Prescribing Information.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1‑800‑FDA‑1088. If you do not have prescription drug insurance and need help paying for PROTONIX, Wyeth may be able to help. Visit us at www.wyeth.com or call us at 1‑800‑568‑9938 for more information.