Lapezol 10 mg (Rabeprazole Sodium)

Adult dose

Gastric ulcer, duodenal ulcer: 10 mg orally once daily. Depending on symptoms, 20 mg may be taken orally once daily. Treatment duration is up to 8 weeks for gastric ulcers and 6 weeks for duodenal ulcers. Erosive or ulcerative gastroesophageal reflux disease: 10 mg or 20 mg orally once daily for 4 to 8 weeks. If not treated, an additional 8 weeks of 10 mg or 20 mg may be given orally twice daily.

This medication should not be used in patients with known allergies or a history of hypersensitivity to certain components. Additionally, it is safe for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding to avoid taking this medication. Caution should be exercised for patients with impaired liver function or older adults; if adverse reactions occur, they should consult a physician immediately. It is advisable to receive regular blood tests and liver function tests while using this medication. Long-term use may increase the risk of osteoporosis and fractures, so caution is necessary. This medication suppresses gastric acid secretion, which may slightly increase the risk of bacterial infections in the stomach; therefore, if symptoms such as diarrhea persist, a physician should be notified. Drowsiness or dizziness may occur, so caution should be taken when driving or operating machinery. There may be interactions with other medications, so it is essential to inform healthcare providers of any medications being taken. This medication should be swallowed whole without chewing or crushing.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, fulminant hepatitis, liver dysfunction, jaundice, acute interstitial nephritis, renal failure due to acute interstitial nephritis, severe skin reactions (toxic epidermal necrolysis, mucous membrane hypersensitivity syndrome, Stevens-Johnson syndrome), shortness of breath, asthma attack, Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling.

Mild side effects

• Occasionally rash
• urticaria
• itching
• decreased red blood cells
• decreased white blood cells
• increased white blood cells
• increased eosinophils
• increased neutrophils
• decreased lymphocytes
• anemia

This medication should be kept in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture, and it is best to store it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication and prevent deterioration.

Appearance

Pale yellow round enteric-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets