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Above is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Acidity. The alternative uses of Above have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Above. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Above also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Above can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Above are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Above has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Above's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Above related warnings section.
Above is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Diarrhea (Loose Motions) are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Above contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Above have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Above is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Above is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Above safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Above 5 without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Above safe during breastfeeding?
Above 5 may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Above 5, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Above 5.
What is the effect of Above on the Kidneys?
Above 5 is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Above on the Liver?
Above 5 has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Above on the Heart?
Using Above 5 does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Above should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Above unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Above habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Above has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Above can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Above, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Above for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Above
It is safe to take Above with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Above
Taking Above with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Above 5 is a brand name for rabeprazole. It belongs to a class of medications known as proton pump inhibitors. It is available in the form of a tablet, capsule, and injection. Above 5 is used to alleviate the symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD). GERD is a condition in which acid back-flows from the stomach to the esophagus (the tube which connects the stomach with throat) causing heartburn and injury to the esophagus. Above 5 is used to prevent this damage. Above 5 is also used to treat conditions like Zollinger Ellison syndrome (excessive acid is produced by the stomach). It is used for the treatment of ulcers (sores in the lining of stomach and intestine) and also used in combination with other antibiotics (such as amoxicillin and clarithromycin) to manage H.pylori infection.
No, Above 5 is not an antibiotic. It belongs to the group of medications called proton pump inhibitor which blocks the excessive acid secretion in the stomach while antibiotics are the medicine that prevents and treats the infection caused by bacteria.
Above 5 may cause allergy in rare instances. An allergic reaction might lead to swelling of the face, development of a rash, throat tightness and difficulty in breathing. If you develop any of these symptoms, talk to your doctor immediately. He may stop Above 5 for a while and examine you properly.
This is because a long-term use of Above 5 can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acid which is required for the absorption of vitamin B12. Hence patients taking [medicine] for a long time have Vitamin B12 deficiency. To replenish Vitamin B12 in your body your doctor prescribes this vitamin along with this medicine.
Yes, Above 5 may cause gas. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience excessive gas formation in the stomach after consuming this drug then inform to doctor right away without further delay.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Aciphex® (rabeprazole sodium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 653
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1077-1078