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Far is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Acidity are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Far has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Far. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Far also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Far as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Far are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Far's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Far's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Far related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions) must refrain from the use of Far since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Far are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Far have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Far, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Far 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 Far safe for pregnant women?
Far is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Far safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Far. If you see any side effects, stop taking Far immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Far again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Far on the Kidneys?
Far does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Far on the Liver?
Far is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Far on the Heart?
You can take Far without any fear of damage to the heart.
Far 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 Far unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Far habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Far has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Far as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Far is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Far cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Far
Taking Far with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Far
Taking Far with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Rarely Far causes stomach cancer. There has been no direct relationship to establish the fact. However, stomach cancer and other cancers may develop because of recurring acid reflux for a long time for example 7 - 8 years or more. If you feel any symptoms associated with cancer such as consistent low-grade fever, weight loss due to unexplained reasons, and pain in the abdomen, do not hesitate to get it diagnosed by a physician.
Far 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. Far 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. Far is used to prevent this damage. Far 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.
Yes, Far might lead to low magnesium levels in persons who take it for at least 3 months. Magnesium helps in absorption of vitamin D and calcium, low level of magnesium will affect the absorption of Vit. D and calcium lead to decrease bone density and increases the risk of bone fracture. Low-level magnesium can be managed by taking a dietary supplement which is rich in magnesium.
Yes, Far 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.
Yes, Far is safe to take as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. However, in some people, it may produce some side effects like a headache, diarrhea, constipation, nausea, vomiting, sore throat and gas. If you suffer from any side effects, please inform your doctor immediately.
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