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Rabifast 20 Injection (1) is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Acidity. Rabifast 20 Injection (1) also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Rabifast 20 Injection (1). The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Rabifast 20 Injection (1) also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Rabifast 20 Injection (1) side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Rabifast 20 Injection (1) 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.
In addition, Rabifast 20 Injection (1)'s effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Rabifast 20 Injection (1) related warnings talks about Rabifast 20 Injection (1)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions) must refrain from the use of Rabifast 20 Injection (1) since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Rabifast 20 Injection (1) are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Rabifast 20 Injection (1) may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Rabifast 20 Injection (1), it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Rabifast 20 Injection (1) 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 Rabifast 20 Injection (1) safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Rabifast without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Rabifast 20 Injection (1) safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Rabifast. Immediately discontinue Rabifast if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Rabifast 20 Injection (1) on the Kidneys?
Rabifast does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Rabifast 20 Injection (1) on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Rabifast on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Rabifast 20 Injection (1) on the Heart?
You can take Rabifast without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rabifast 20 Injection (1) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rabifast 20 Injection (1) habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Rabifast 20 Injection (1) has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Rabifast 20 Injection (1), you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Rabifast 20 Injection (1) can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Rabifast 20 Injection (1) is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Rabifast 20 Injection (1) cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Rabifast 20 Injection (1)
Taking Rabifast 20 Injection (1) with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rabifast 20 Injection (1)
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Rabifast 20 Injection (1) as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Rabifast 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.
Yes, Rabifast 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.
No, Rabifast 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.
No, Rabifast 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, Rabifast is given in combination with itopride. The combination is used for the management of gastro-esophageal reflux disorder (GERD).
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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