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Rabespan Benefits & Uses

Rabespan is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
Nausea and Vomiting (Read More - Home remedies for nausea and vomiting)

Other Benefits

GERD
Peptic Ulcer (Read More - Gentle and Natural: Best Home Remedies for Stomach Ulcers)
Zollinger Ellison syndrome
Stomach Gas
Hernia
Stomach Pain (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
Acidity during pregnancy
Diabetic Gastroparesis
Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)
Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)

Rabespan Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 8 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Rabespan Related Warnings

Is the use of Rabespan safe for pregnant women?

Rabespan may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Rabespan, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Safe
Is the use of Rabespan safe during breastfeeding?

Rabespan can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Rabespan on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Rabespan. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Safe
What is the effect of Rabespan on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Rabespan. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Mild
What is the effect of Rabespan on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Rabespan for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Rabespan with Other Drugs

Rabespan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Caffeine

Codeine

Paracetamol

Aliskiren

Amlodipine

Valsartan

Olmesartan

Chloroquine

Quinidine

Citalopram

Fluoxetine

Haloperidol

Rabespan Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rabespan unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Liver Disease
Gastric Cancer
Osteoporosis
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Breast Cancer
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Rabespan

Is this Rabespan habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Rabespan has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Rabespan. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Rabespan only on doctor's advice.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Rabespan in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Rabespan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rabespan

Taking Rabespan with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Rabespan

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Rabespan with alcohol will be.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Rabespan

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Rabespan?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Rabespan 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Rabespan cause stomach cancer?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Rarely Rabespan 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Rabespan cause gas?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

Yes, Rabespan 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Rabespan an antibiotic?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

No, Rabespan 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Rabespan cause hair loss?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Rabespan causes hair loss. This is a reversible side effect of Rabespan, the problem goes away after discontinuation of this drug. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair tonic and discuss with your doctor about a better treatment option for hair loss.