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Rabicent, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. Acidity are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Rabicent has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Rabicent is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Rabicent also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Rabicent have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Rabicent are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Rabicent's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Rabicent related warnings talks about Rabicent's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions) must refrain from the use of Rabicent since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Rabicent contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Rabicent with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Rabicent, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Rabicent 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 Rabicent safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Rabicent without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Rabicent safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Rabicent. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Rabicent on the Kidneys?
Rabicent does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Rabicent on the Liver?
Rabicent is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Rabicent on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Rabicent for the heart.
Rabicent 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 Rabicent unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rabicent habit forming or addictive?
Rabicent does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Rabicent, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Rabicent can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Rabicent is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Rabicent cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Rabicent
Taking Rabicent with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rabicent
Consumption of alcohol and Rabicent together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Rabicent use is associated with the development of diarrhea. This might be related to an infection caused by Clostridium difficile. If you experience severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine, inform the doctor right away without further delay. In addition, one must take a lot of electrolytes and fluids for preventing dehydration. Taking an anti-diarrheal medication may also help.
No, Rabicent 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.
Rabicent may cause allergy in rare instances. An allergic reaction might lead to swelling of the face, development of a rash, throat tightness and difficulty in breathing. If you develop any of these symptoms, talk to your doctor immediately. He may stop Rabicent for a while and examine you properly.
No, Rabicent 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.
Yes, Rabicent 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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