Levapiqu Tablets (Rabepide)

Adult dose

As rabepide, take 100 mg orally three times a day. However, for gastric ulcers, it should be taken in the morning, evening, and before bedtime.

This medication should not be used in patients with hypersensitivity to any of its components. Rarely, symptoms similar to shock or anaphylaxis may occur during use; if such symptoms occur, treatment should be immediately discontinued and appropriate care sought. White blood cell or platelet counts may decrease, so it is necessary to routinely check the condition through blood tests. Liver function abnormalities may occur, and if liver enzyme levels rise or jaundice symptoms appear, treatment should be discontinued. Allergic reactions such as hives, rashes, and itching may occur, so if these symptoms appear, the medication should be stopped. Neurological symptoms such as dizziness, drowsiness, and numbness may occur, so caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as dry mouth, constipation, abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting may occur, and if symptoms are severe, consultation with a physician is advised. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should carefully weigh the benefits and risks of using this medication, and nursing mothers should avoid breastfeeding as the drug may transfer into breast milk. In the case of children, safety has not been sufficiently established, so caution is advised in usage. Elderly patients may have decreased bodily function, so they should especially be aware of the occurrence of side effects such as gastrointestinal symptoms. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, and it is recommended to store it in its original container to ensure safety and maintain quality.

Serious side effects

• Shock
• symptoms resembling anaphylaxis
• leukopenia
• thrombocytopenia
• liver dysfunction
• jaundice
• hives
• difficulty breathing
• edema
• numbness

Mild side effects

Rarely, rash, itching, drug-induced eczema, numbness, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, and rarely constipation, abdominal bloating, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, abdominal pain, belching, taste alteration, breast swelling, breast pain, gynecomastia, lactation, palpitations, fever, facial flushing, tongue numbness, cough, hair loss, menstrual irregularities, elevated BUN, sensation of a foreign body in the throat

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a container that light cannot enter. Additionally, it is best to store it at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication.

Appearance

White, round, film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 T/bottle, 500 T/bottle