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Rabpride is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acidity. Other than this, Rabpride has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Rabpride depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Rabpride are Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Rabpride as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Rabpride are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Rabpride's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Rabpride has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Rabpride related warnings section.
Rabpride can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Rabpride in conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Rabpride contraindications section.
Besides this, Rabpride may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Rabpride is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Rabpride 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 Rabpride safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Rabpride in pregnant women.
Is the use of Rabpride safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Rabpride. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Rabpride on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Rabpride on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Rabpride on the Liver?
Rabpride is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Rabpride on the Heart?
Rabpride is not harmful for the heart.
Rabpride 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 Rabpride unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rabpride habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Rabpride has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Rabpride. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Rabpride, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Rabpride cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Rabpride
It is safe to take Rabpride with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rabpride
Taking Rabpride with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Rabpride 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. Rabpride 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. Rabpride is used to prevent this damage. Rabpride 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, Rabpride is given in combination with itopride. The combination is used for the management of gastro-esophageal reflux disorder (GERD).
Rarely, Rabpride causes hair loss. This is a reversible side effect of Rabpride, 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.
No, Rabpride 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, Rabpride 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.
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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
