Pillbar 20 mg (Rabeprazole Sodium)

Adult dose

Gastric Ulcer, Duodenal Ulcer: 10 mg orally once a day. Depending on symptoms, it may be increased to 20 mg once daily. Treatment duration is 8 weeks for gastric ulcer and 6 weeks for duodenal ulcer. Erosive or Ulcerative Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease: 10 mg or 20 mg once daily for 4-8 weeks. If not resolved after 8 weeks of treatment, 10 mg or 20 mg may be taken orally twice daily.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. Patients who have had allergic reactions to this drug or any of its components, patients allergic to penicillin or macrolide antibiotics, patients on specific cardiac medications, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and patients on certain antiviral medications should not take this medication. Patients with liver dysfunction or elderly patients should use this medication with caution, and those with a history of drug allergies should also be careful. This medication contains a pigment called Tartrazine, which should be avoided by individuals sensitive to this component. During the use of this drug, allergic symptoms such as skin rash and itching may occur, and if such symptoms appear, the use should be stopped immediately. Routine blood tests are recommended as there may be changes in red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelet counts. Liver function tests should be performed regularly, and if symptoms of hepatitis or jaundice appear, the medication should be discontinued immediately. Various side effects such as cardiac-related symptoms, gastrointestinal issues, neurological symptoms, respiratory symptoms, muscle pain, and skin rashes have been reported, so if there are any unusual symptoms, medical consultation is advised. This medication strongly suppresses gastric acid secretion, which may increase the risk of fractures due to osteoporosis with long-term use, and symptoms of magnesium deficiency may occasionally occur. It is important to regularly monitor magnesium levels if taken for a long period of time or in combination with certain medications. Additionally, as gastric acid decreases, the risk of bacterial infection in the stomach may slightly increase, so if diarrhea persists, inform your healthcare provider. This drug does not significantly affect driving or operating machinery; however, caution is advised as drowsiness may occur. This medication may interact with other drugs, particularly if you are taking antibiotics, antivirals, or anticoagulants, it is essential to consult your doctor or pharmacist. It is safest for pregnant or breastfeeding women not to take this medication. Elderly individuals should have their dosage adjusted or discontinued at any sign of unusual symptoms due to the potential for decreased liver function. This medication should be swallowed whole and not chewed or crushed, and should be stored out of reach of children. There are no specific antidotes in case of overdose, so appropriate treatment should be administered according to symptoms. Finally, if using this medication long-term, it is important to have regular check-ups and adjust the dosage or treatment duration as advised by your doctor.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions, fulminant hepatitis, liver dysfunction, jaundice, difficulty or shortness of breath, asthma attacks, respiratory problems accompanying cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, serious neurological symptoms, significant decrease in urine output, systemic

Mild side effects

• Rash
• itching
• decreased red blood cells
• decreased white blood cells
• increased white blood cells
• increased eosinophils
• increased neutrophils
• decreased lymphocytes
• anemia
• petechiae

This medication should be stored in an airtight container to protect it from air and moisture. Avoid places that are too hot or too cold, and it is best to store it at room temperature, between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Pale yellow, round enteric-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets (14 tablets/Alu-Alu x 2)