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Rpee is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Acidity. The alternative uses of Rpee have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Rpee depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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 Rpee are Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Rpee can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Rpee are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Rpee is Safe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Rpee related warnings talks about Rpee's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Rpee is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions) as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Rpee are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Rpee with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Rpee, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Rpee 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 Rpee safe for pregnant women?
Rpee is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Rpee safe during breastfeeding?
Rpee 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 Rpee on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Rpee on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Rpee on the Liver?
Rpee is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Rpee on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Rpee for the heart.
Rpee 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 Rpee unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rpee habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Rpee has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Rpee as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Rpee does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Rpee for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Rpee
Taking Rpee with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rpee
Taking alcohol with Rpee can be dangerous.
Yes, Rpee is given in combination with itopride. The combination is used for the management of gastro-esophageal reflux disorder (GERD).
Rarely, Rpee causes hair loss. This is a reversible side effect of Rpee, 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, Rpee does not cause kidney damage at recommended doses. However, in case of long-term use of Rpee along with improper kidney function, might cause kidney damage. If you experience discoloration of urine ( symptoms of kidney damage) then immediately inform to doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Rpee 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.
Yes, Rpee 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.
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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
