How much is Pantoprazole Sodium without insurance?
Pantoprazole sodium (generic Protonix) is used to treat conditions caused by excess stomach acid, such as heartburn, GERD, and stomach ulcers. Most prescription drug plans cover it, but if your plan does not, you can still find low‑cost options.
At Universal Drugstore (UDS), you can save up to 80% on pantoprazole sodium and other prescriptions. As of October 2023, #100 tablets of 20 mg or 40 mg cost under $30 delivered with a valid prescription. Without insurance, cash prices at local pharmacies can exceed $100 for a 30‑day supply (over $3 per pill).
Pantoprazole Sodium FAQs
What is pantoprazole used for?
Pantoprazole sodium is a proton pump inhibitor approved for:
- Short‑term treatment of erosive esophagitis due to GERD
- Maintenance of healed erosive esophagitis
- Zollinger‑Ellison syndrome and other acid‑hypersecretion conditions
- Off‑label: prevention and treatment of NSAID‑induced peptic ulcers
How does pantoprazole work?
It blocks the H⁺/K⁺ ATPase enzyme (proton pump) in stomach cells, reducing acid production. Lower acid levels relieve heartburn and allow healing of the esophagus and stomach lining.
What are the side effects?
Common side effects include:
- Nausea
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- Stomach pain
Other possible side effects:
- Gas
- Constipation
- Vomiting
- Muscle aches
- Joint pain
- Indigestion
- Dizziness
Rare serious side effects may include:
- Severe allergic reactions (hives, facial or throat swelling, breathing difficulty)
- Bone loss and fractures
- C difficile diarrhea
- Kidney damage
- Stevens‑Johnson syndrome or toxic epidermal necrolysis
- Worsening lupus
- Gastric fundic gland polyps
- Low magnesium or vitamin B12 deficiency
What warnings and precautions should I know?
Do not take if you are allergic to pantoprazole or any inactive ingredients. Tell your healthcare provider if you have low calcium, potassium, or magnesium, or if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Are there any drug interactions?
Pantoprazole can be taken with antacids. Other interactions include:
- Antiretrovirals (nelfinavir, rilpivirine, atazanavir)
- Drugs requiring acid for absorption (iron, ketoconazole, itraconazole, certain anticancer agents)
- Warfarin
- Methotrexate
- Clopidogrel
How much does it cost per pill?
Without insurance, you may pay over $3 per pill at local pharmacies. At UDS, the cost can be as low as $0.27 per pill for a 100‑tablet supply.
Can I buy it without insurance?
You need a prescription to purchase pantoprazole sodium. If uninsured, you can still order from online pharmacies like UDS for significant savings.
Are there coupons or savings cards?
Many discount cards and coupons are available at participating pharmacies (Walmart, Walgreens, CVS). No age or income restrictions apply. Savings vary by location and pharmacy.
How can I save money?
- Compare prices across pharmacies, including online/mail‑order
- Use discount cards or coupons
- Consider an insurance plan or Medicaid coverage
- Discuss alternative PPIs with your provider (omeprazole, esomeprazole, rabeprazole, etc.)
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- Prilosec (omeprazole)
- Nexium (esomeprazole)
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- Aciphex (rabeprazole)
- Dexilant (dexlansoprazole)
- Prevacid (lansoprazole) / Prevacid SoluTab