Pariet Tablets 10 mg (Rabeprazole Sodium)

Adult dose

For gastric ulcer and duodenal ulcer: Take 10 mg orally once a day. Depending on symptoms, 20 mg once a day may be given. Maximum duration is 8 weeks for gastric ulcer and 6 weeks for duodenal ulcer. For erosive or ulcerative gastroesophageal reflux disease: Take 10 mg or 20 mg orally once a day for 4 to 8 weeks. If not treated after 8 weeks, an additional 8-week treatment with 10 mg or 20 mg can be taken twice a day.

This medication should not be taken by those who are allergic to specific ingredients or have had hypersensitivity reactions. Caution is also necessary for those allergic to penicillin or macrolide antibiotics. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not use this medication. Patients with liver dysfunction or elderly patients should be particularly cautious when using this medication. If allergic symptoms such as skin rash, hives, or itching occur during treatment, discontinue use immediately. Regular blood tests are recommended as abnormalities may arise. Liver function tests should also be performed periodically since liver function abnormalities or jaundice may occur. Symptoms related to the heart, gastrointestinal system, and nervous system may occur, so it is essential to monitor one's health closely. Long-term use may increase the risk of fractures and the risk of low magnesium levels, so caution is warranted. This medication may slightly increase the risk of bacterial infections in the gastrointestinal tract by reducing gastric acid secretion, so consult a doctor if diarrhea persists. Be cautious as drowsiness may occur when driving or operating machinery. There may be interactions between this medication and other drugs, so it is essential to inform your doctor of any other medications being taken. Special care is needed when used with specific antiviral drugs or antibiotics. Do not chew or crush the tablets; swallow them whole. Keep out of reach of children and do not transfer to another container. Regular examinations are important to monitor for side effects if this medication is used long-term.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling, tightness in the chest, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities with cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme fatigue throughout the body, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual abnormalities, paralysis, drastically reduced urine output

Mild side effects

• Rash
• itching
• reduction in red blood cells
• reduction in white blood cells
• increase in white blood cells
• increase in eosinophils
• increase in neutrophils
• reduction in lymphocytes
• anemia
• petechiae

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture, ideally at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Proper storage will help maintain the efficacy of the medication over time and ensure its safe use.

Appearance

Light yellow, round film-coated tablets

Package unit

56 tablets (14 tablets x 4 PTP) / box