Rabeprazole Sodium 10 mg (Rabeprazole Sodium) Tablet

Adult dose

For gastric ulcer and duodenal ulcer: 10 mg orally once a day. Depending on symptoms, it can be increased to 20 mg once a day. For erosive or ulcerative gastroesophageal reflux disease: 10 mg or 20 mg once a day for 4 to 8 weeks. If symptoms do not improve, additional treatment for 8 weeks with 10 mg or 20 mg orally twice a day may be necessary. For alleviation of gastroesophageal reflux disease symptoms: 10 mg orally once a day.

This medication should not be used by patients who are allergic or hypersensitive to certain components. Particular caution should be exercised in individuals who are allergic to penicillins or macrolide antibiotics. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not take this medication. Patients with impaired liver function or the elderly should use this medication carefully, and caution is also necessary for those with a history of hypersensitivity to drugs. This medication can cause allergic symptoms such as skin rashes and itching, so it should be discontinued immediately if such symptoms occur. Regular blood tests or liver function tests are necessary, and if abnormal symptoms are found, immediate consultation with medical personnel is required. Care should also be taken in individuals with heart or vascular problems, or abnormal symptoms in the gastrointestinal tract. This medication may cause drowsiness, so caution should be exercised when driving or operating machinery. Long-term use may increase the risk of fractures, thus requiring regular check-ups and management. It may interact with other medications, so inform medical personnel of any medications being taken. Do not chew or crush the tablets; swallow them in their whole form, and keep out of reach of children. If symptoms such as diarrhea or difficulty breathing occur during use, inform medical personnel immediately, particularly since there is a risk of Clostridium difficile infection. From clinical trials and experiences, it should be remembered that regular check-ups and guidance from medical personnel are necessary for the safe use of this medication.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, severe rash accompanied by fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, fulminant hepatitis, hepatic dysfunction, jaundice, acute interstitial nephritis, severe swelling or urination abnormalities, severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis, shock, angioedema), respiratory issues (asthma attacks, pulmonary abnormalities, pulmonary embolism, dyspnea), severe neurological symptoms (muscle rigidity, severe

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering. It is best kept at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C, away from extreme heat or cold.

Appearance

Yellowish round enteric-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets/box [14 tablets/Alu-Alu x 2]