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Have my stomach pains come back since I stopped taking pantoprazole?

It is possible for stomach pains to return after stopping pantoprazole. It may take 5 to 7 days for the medication to reach its maximum effectiveness. It is recommended to reduce consumption of irritating foods such as coffee, alcohol, acidic juices, and fatty foods. Keeping a food journal can help identify if symptoms occur with certain foods. If there is no improvement after a week, a pharmacist may be able to suggest a backup product or recommend alternatives by contacting a doctor.