RABEPRAZOLE

OVERVIEW

Rabeprazole is used to reduce the amount of gastric acid when there’s too much produced by the stomach. If you have indigestion, burning in the chest, acid regurgitation into the mouth, or have a sore in the stomach (ulcer) often occurs, then this drug will help you.
CLASSIFICATION
proton pump inhibitor (PPI)
USES
To treat heartburn (a burning feeling in the chest)
To help with acid reflux (when acid comes up into your throat)
To heal damage in the food pipe (esophagus) caused by acid
To treat sores (ulcers) in the stomach or gut
To help get rid of a bacteria called H. pylori (a cause of ulcers), when taken with other medicines
To treat rare problems where the stomach makes too much acid
HOW IT WORKS
Rabeprazole Tablet works by blocking the action of the enzyme known as gastric proton pump which is responsible for the production of acid. This leads to decreased acid production, ulcer healing and prevention of new ulcer formation.
DOSAGE
As directed by the physician
PRECAUTIONS
Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including any you take for lupus and liver disease, to avoid harmful drug interactions.
Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any other medicines, or have had an allergic reaction to similar medicines.
Proton pump inhibitors (e.g. Rabeprazole) can increase the risk of bone fractures when used longer, at higher doses or in elderly individuals. Taking vitamin D and calcium supplements is one strategy to prevent bone loss and fractures. Have a conversation about this with your physician or pharmacist.
The adverse effects with this medication, especially bone loss, fractures, and Clostridium difficile infection, can be worse in older people.
This drug should not be used during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your clinician.
Rabeprazole can make your body absorb less magnesium. This often happens after one year on the drug. While low levels of magnesium can be asymptomatic, the clinical ramifications can be quite detrimental. These may be missed by healthcare providers. They can manifest as muscle spasms, heart dysrhythmia, or seizures.

SIDE EFFECTS
Most people who take Rabeprazole don’t have any side effects. If side effects do happen, they’re usually mild and tend to go away after stopping the medicine. Only about 1 in 100 people experience them.
Some possible side effects include:
Headache
Diarrhea
Constipation
Stomach pain
Sore throat
Feeling tired or low on energy
Disclaimer
This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice and proper dosage