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Razo 20 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Acidity are some of its major therapeutic uses. Razo 20 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Razo 20 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Razo 20 Tablet include Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Razo 20 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Razo 20 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Razo 20 Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Razo 20 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Razo 20 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Diarrhea (Loose Motions) are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Razo 20 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Razo 20 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Razo 20 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Razo 20 Tablet 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 Razo 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Razo safely.
Is the use of Razo 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Razo. If you see any side effects, stop taking Razo immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Razo again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Razo 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Using Razo does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Razo 20 Tablet on the Liver?
Razo may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Razo 20 Tablet on the Heart?
Razo is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Razo 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Razo 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Razo 20 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Razo 20 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Razo 20 Tablet, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Razo 20 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Razo 20 Tablet
It is safe to take Razo 20 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Razo 20 Tablet
Taking Razo 20 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, Razo 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, Razo 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.
No, Razo does not cause kidney damage at recommended doses. However, in case of long-term use of Razo 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.
Yes, Razo 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.
Razo 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. Razo 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. Razo is used to prevent this damage. Razo 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.
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