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Rabez Z, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acidity, Nutritional Deficiency. Secondary and off-label uses of Rabez Z have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Rabez Z 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.
Common side effects of Rabez Z include Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Rabez Z can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Rabez Z 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.
In addition, Rabez Z's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Rabez Z related warnings talks about Rabez Z's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Rabez Z is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Diarrhea (Loose Motions) are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Rabez Z are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Rabez Z with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Rabez Z is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Rabez Z 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.
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Is the use of Rabez Z safe for pregnant women?
Rabez Z can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Rabez Z right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Rabez Z safe during breastfeeding?
Rabez Z 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.
What is the effect of Rabez Z on the Kidneys?
Rabez Z has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Rabez Z on the Liver?
Rabez Z may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Rabez Z on the Heart?
Side effects of Rabez Z rarely affect the heart.
Rabez Z 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 Rabez Z unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rabez Z habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Rabez Z has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Rabez Z
There is no information on the effects of taking Rabez Z with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rabez Z
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Rabez Z and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Rabez Z 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.
Rabez Z 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. Rabez Z 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. Rabez Z is used to prevent this damage. Rabez Z 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, Rabez Z is given in combination with domperidone. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and domperidone is available in the market which is used in the treatment of GERD and other stomach related problems.
Rarely, Rabez Z causes hair loss. This is a reversible side effect of Rabez Z, 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.
Yes, Rabez Z 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.
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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
