Offer - Urjas Oil for just ₹ 1 X
Rabefit It is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acidity, Heartburn. Secondary and off-label uses of Rabefit It have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Rabefit It depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Rabefit It also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Dizziness, Diarrhoea. Such side effects of Rabefit It normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Rabefit It has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Rabefit It's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Rabefit It related warnings section.
Rabefit It can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Rabefit It in conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions). Some other conditions that can be affected by Rabefit It are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Rabefit It with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Rabefit It is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Rabefit It 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 |
|
Geriatric |
|
Is the use of Rabefit It safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Rabefit IT will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Rabefit It safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Rabefit IT in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Rabefit IT is unavailable.
What is the effect of Rabefit It on the Kidneys?
There is no research available on the side effects of Rabefit IT on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Rabefit It on the Liver?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Rabefit IT on the liver, information on safety of Rabefit IT for liver is unavailable.
What is the effect of Rabefit It on the Heart?
Information about safety of Rabefit IT for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Rabefit It 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 Rabefit It unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rabefit It habit forming or addictive?
Rabefit It does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Rabefit It. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Rabefit It is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Rabefit It is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Rabefit It
Taking Rabefit It with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rabefit It
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Rabefit It and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Rabefit IT is given in combination with itopride. The combination is used for the management of gastro-esophageal reflux disorder (GERD).
Yes, Rabefit IT 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.
Rabefit IT 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. Rabefit IT 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. Rabefit IT is used to prevent this damage. Rabefit IT 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, Rabefit IT 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.
Rarely Rabefit IT 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.
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
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 667-668
KD Tripathi. Essentials of Medical Pharmacology. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 667-668
Package leaflet [Internet]: RABEPRAZOLE. Accord Healthcare Limited