Rabeum 20 mg (Rabeprazole Sodium)

Adult dose

Gastric ulcer, duodenal ulcer: 10 mg orally once daily. Depending on symptoms, 20 mg can be taken orally once daily. Administer up to 8 weeks for gastric ulcers and up to 6 weeks for duodenal ulcers. Erosive or ulcerative gastroesophageal reflux disease: Administer 10 mg or 20 mg orally once daily for 4 to 8 weeks. If not resolved after 8 weeks, an additional 8 weeks of 10 mg or 20 mg can be given.

This medication should not be used by individuals with allergies to specific ingredients or a history of hypersensitivity reactions. It is also advisable for pregnant or breastfeeding women to avoid taking this medication. Patients with poor liver function or the elderly need to take caution when using this medication, and it should be used carefully in those who have had previous hypersensitivity reactions. During the course of taking this medication, allergic reactions such as skin rash or itching may occur; immediate discontinuation should be taken upon experiencing such symptoms. Regular blood tests and liver function tests are important to check for abnormalities. This medication can cause various side effects, including gastrointestinal disturbance, headache, dizziness, and respiratory distress; therefore, patients should consult healthcare professionals if symptoms worsen. Long-term use may increase the risk of bone fractures, and there is also a risk of low magnesium levels, which should be monitored through blood tests. This medicine may interact with other medications, so it is essential to inform healthcare professionals about any other medications being taken. Caution should be exercised while driving or operating machinery due to possible drowsiness. In case of overdose, there is no specific antidote, and treatment should be symptom-based under the guidance of healthcare professionals. This medication should be swallowed whole and not chewed or crushed, and it should be stored out of reach of children.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, fulminant hepatitis, liver dysfunction, jaundice, serious neurological symptoms (headache, seizures, confusion, vision abnormalities, paralysis, etc.), pulmonary embolism, ventricular tachycardia, thrombophlebitis, toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell syndrome), mucocutaneous syndrome (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), interstitial pneumonia, acute interstitial nephritis, sudden death, coma, anaphylaxis, angioedema, hypotension,

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 kept in a sealed container to protect it from air and moisture, and it is recommended to store it in a cool place between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Pale yellow round enteric-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets/box [14 tablets/Alu Alu packaging × 2]