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Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla) is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Acidity are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla) has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla) depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla) include Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla) can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla) 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.
Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla)'s effect during pregnancy is Safe and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla) has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla) related warnings section.
Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla) is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions) as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla) contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla) may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla) is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla) 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 Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla) safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Rabeprazole Sodium safely.
Is the use of Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla) safe during breastfeeding?
Rabeprazole Sodium may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Rabeprazole Sodium, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Rabeprazole Sodium.
What is the effect of Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla) on the Kidneys?
Rabeprazole Sodium is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla) on the Liver?
Side effects of Rabeprazole Sodium rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla) on the Heart?
Rabeprazole Sodium is completely safe for the heart.
Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla) 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 Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla) habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla) is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla), you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla) can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla) is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla) is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla)
Taking Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla) with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla)
Taking Rabeprazole 20 mg Tablet (CIpla) with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Rabeprazole Sodium is given in combination with itopride. The combination is used for the management of gastro-esophageal reflux disorder (GERD).
Yes, Rabeprazole Sodium 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.
Rabeprazole Sodium 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. Rabeprazole Sodium 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. Rabeprazole Sodium is used to prevent this damage. Rabeprazole Sodium 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, Rabeprazole Sodium 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.
No, Rabeprazole Sodium 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.
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