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What is Protonix? Protonix (pantoprazole) is a proton pump inhibitor that decreases the amount of acid produced in the stomach. Protonix is used to treat erosive esophagitis (damage to the esophagus from stomach acid), and other conditions involving excess stomach acid such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Protonix is not for immediate relief of heartburn symptoms.
Pantoprazole oral tablet is available as both a generic and a brand-name drug. Brand-name: Protonix. Pantoprazole also comes as a liquid suspension that you prepare from granules. In addition, it comes in an intravenous (IV) form that's injected into your vein by a healthcare provider. Pantoprazole oral tablet is used to reduce the amount of stomach acid your body makes.