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This is my 4th day taking protonix (pantoprazole). today i have abd and stomach pain, nausea, and diarrhea. is this common? was on prilosec b4 had no issues.

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Common side effects: Make sure you are taking medication correctly. Do not crush or chew. If granules, take 30 minutes before meals. Give it a few more days and your body may adjust to the medication. If not contact your doctor.

Dr Nabulsi agreed

Answered 1/10/2015

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Gastroenteritis: Proton if can cause diarrhea but the abdominal pain may be due to gastritis, gastroenteritis, gall stones.

Answered 1/4/2014

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