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Depump is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Acidity. Secondary and off-label uses of Depump have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Depump is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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 Depump include Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Depump as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Depump 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.
It is also important to note that Depump has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Depump's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Depump related warnings section.
Depump can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Depump in conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions). Other contraindications of Depump have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Depump may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Depump, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Depump 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Depump is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Depump safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Depump in pregnant women.
Is the use of Depump safe during breastfeeding?
Depump 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 Depump on the Kidneys?
Depump does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Depump on the Liver?
Side effects of Depump rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Depump on the Heart?
Depump is completely safe for the heart.
Depump 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 Depump unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Depump habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Depump.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Depump, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Depump can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Depump is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Depump is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Depump
Taking Depump with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Depump
Taking Depump with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, Depump does not cause kidney damage at recommended doses. However, in case of long-term use of Depump 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.
Rarely, Depump causes hair loss. This is a reversible side effect of Depump, 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.
Depump 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.
Depump 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. Depump 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. Depump is used to prevent this damage. Depump 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.
This is because a long-term use of Depump can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acid which is required for the absorption of vitamin B12. Hence patients taking [medicine] for a long time have Vitamin B12 deficiency. To replenish Vitamin B12 in your body your doctor prescribes this vitamin along with this medicine.
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