Rabeprazole Sodium 10 mg Tablets

Adult dose

For gastric ulcers and duodenal ulcers: Administer 10 mg orally once daily, and may increase to 20 mg once daily depending on symptoms. Usually administer for up to 8 weeks for gastric ulcers and up to 6 weeks for duodenal ulcers. For erosive or ulcerative gastroesophageal reflux disease: Administer either 10 mg or 20 mg orally once daily for 4 to 8 weeks. If untreated, may continue for an additional 8 weeks at 10 mg or 20 mg, taken orally twice daily depending on symptoms.

This medication should not be used in patients with allergies to specific ingredients or those who have experienced hypersensitivity reactions. It should also be avoided in patients taking certain antibiotics or other medications, as well as in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Caution is advised for patients with liver function problems or elderly patients, and for those with a history of drug allergies. If symptoms of hypersensitivity such as rash or itching appear during the use of this drug, it should be discontinued immediately. Regular blood tests and liver function tests should be conducted, and if any abnormal symptoms are found, the physician should be consulted immediately. Side effects can occur in various body areas including the heart, gastrointestinal system, nervous system, respiratory system, and skin, so careful observation should be conducted if symptoms occur. Long-term use may increase the risk of fractures, so bone density management may be necessary for prolonged use. This medication strongly suppresses gastric acid, which may increase the risk of bacterial infections in the stomach, so if symptoms like diarrhea persist, notify the medical personnel. Caution is needed as drowsiness or dizziness may occur when driving or operating machinery. There may be potential drug interactions, so if taking other medications, it is essential to inform the healthcare provider. It is safer to avoid this medication during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Elderly patients are at a higher risk of side effects due to decreased liver function, so careful management is needed, such as pausing medication upon the onset of symptoms. Safety in children has not been established, so use is not recommended. This medication should be swallowed whole and not chewed or crushed, and it should be stored out of reach of children. There is no specific antidote for overdose, so treatment should be symptomatic and follow medical personnel's instructions.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, severe allergic reactions, severe rash accompanied by fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, severe skin adverse reactions, respiratory distress, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice), sudden and severe headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, coma

Mild side effects

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

Store this medication in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. The suitable storage temperature is room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Pale yellow, round enteric-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets (14 tablets/PTP) x 2