Lavera Tablets 10mg (Rabeprazole Sodium)

Adult dose

For gastric ulcers, duodenal ulcers: take 10 mg orally once daily. Depending on symptoms, 20 mg may be taken once daily. For erosive or ulcerative gastroesophageal reflux disease: take 10 mg or 20 mg once daily for 4 to 8 weeks. If unresolved after 8 weeks of proton pump inhibitor treatment, an additional 10 mg or 20 mg may be taken orally twice daily for another 8 weeks.

This medication should not be used in patients with allergies to certain drugs or ingredients. For instance, individuals with hypersensitivity to this drug or to benzimidazole compounds, or those with a history of such reactions, should not take it. Moreover, patients allergic to penicillin or macrolide antibiotics should exercise caution when using this drug in conjunction with Helicobacter pylori eradication therapy. Patients taking specific heart-related medications or those who are on atazanavir or rilpivirine should also avoid using this drug for safety. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not take this medication, and patients with impaired liver function or elderly individuals should use this medication cautiously. Patients with a history of drug hypersensitivity should also be careful. This drug may cause allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching, or hives and serious side effects such as changes in blood cell counts or liver function abnormalities may occur. Therefore, regular blood tests and liver function tests are recommended during treatment. Various side effects related to the heart, gastrointestinal system, nervous system, respiratory system, musculoskeletal system, skin, eyes, and urogenital system have been reported, and if any abnormal symptoms occur, it is essential to consult a doctor immediately. Long-term use of this medication may increase the risk of fractures related to osteoporosis, and hypomagnesemia may occur; thus, it is advisable to regularly monitor magnesium levels during prolonged treatment. As this medication suppresses gastric acid secretion, there may be a slight increase in the risk of bacterial infections in the gastrointestinal tract, and if diarrhea persists, it should be reported to a healthcare provider. Caution is advised while driving or operating machinery due to the risk of drowsiness. This drug may interact with various medications, hence, if you are taking other medicines, you must inform your healthcare provider and consult with them. It is crucial to adhere to the prescribed dosage, do not chew or crush the tablets, and swallow them whole, keeping the pills out of reach of children. If this medication is used for an extended period or if abnormal symptoms occur, appropriate examinations and treatment adjustments should be made under a doctor's guidance.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blistering, skin peeling, pain in oral/eye mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory abnormality accompanied by cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, disorientation, visual disturbances, numbness, urinary changes

Mild side effects

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

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is best to maintain the storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Doing so ensures the safety of the medication's efficacy.

Appearance

Light yellow round enteric-coated tablet

Package unit

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