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Rabecia is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Acidity. Secondary and off-label uses of Rabecia have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Rabecia. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Rabecia include Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Rabecia can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Rabecia normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Rabecia's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Rabecia has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Rabecia related warnings section.
Rabecia is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions) as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Rabecia have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Rabecia may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Rabecia, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Rabecia 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 Rabecia safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Rabecia without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Rabecia safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Rabecia. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Rabecia on the Kidneys?
Using Rabecia does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Rabecia on the Liver?
Rabecia has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Rabecia on the Heart?
Rabecia is not harmful for the heart.
Rabecia 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 Rabecia unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rabecia habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Rabecia.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Rabecia you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Rabecia, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Rabecia for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Rabecia
You can take Rabecia with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rabecia
Taking Rabecia with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Rabecia should be taken for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it or take an extra dose on your own. Always follow the instructions of your doctor completely.
Yes, Rabecia 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.
Rabecia is available in tablet, capsule and injection form. It should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because food does not affect the absorption of the drug. It should be taken the whole and swallowed with water. It should not be chewed, crushed or split. It should be taken at exactly the same time every day so that there is less chance of missing the dose.
No, Rabecia does not cause kidney damage at recommended doses. However, in case of long-term use of Rabecia along with improper kidney function, might cause kidney damage. If you experience discoloration of urine ( symptoms of kidney damage) then immediately inform to doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Rabecia doesn't cause high blood pressure. High blood pressure can be managed by losing some amount of weight, doing some kind of physical activity on a daily basis, eating a healthy diet, reducing sodium in the diet, limiting the amount of alcohol and caffeine, quitting smoking, and taking less stress. If your blood pressure doesn't get controlled, your doctor might start you on a hypertensive drug ( amlodipine, telmisartan etc). Please follow the instructions of your doctor completely.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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