Drabe Tablet 20 mg (Rabeprazole Sodium)

Adult dose

Gastric ulcers, duodenal ulcers: 10 mg orally once daily, may increase to 20 mg once daily depending on symptoms.\nErosive or ulcerative gastroesophageal reflux disease: Administer 10 mg or 20 mg once daily for 4 to 8 weeks. If not resolved after 8 weeks, may administer 10 mg or 20 mg twice daily.\nSymptom relief for gastroesophageal reflux disease: Once daily, 10 mg.

This drug should not be used in patients with specific allergic reactions or hypersensitivity to certain antibiotics. In particular, women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not take this medication. Patients with impaired liver function, the elderly, or those with a history of drug allergies should use this drug cautiously. It may cause hypersensitivity reactions such as skin rash, urticaria, and itching, so if symptoms occur, discontinue use immediately. Regular blood tests may be necessary as red or white blood cell counts may change. Liver function tests should also be conducted regularly, and if symptoms of hepatitis or jaundice occur, the medication should be stopped. Caution is advised as it can affect the heart and blood vessels, potentially causing symptoms such as hypertension, myocardial infarction, or arrhythmias. Various gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting may occur. Neurological symptoms may include headaches, dizziness, insomnia, and anxiety. Respiratory symptoms such as cough or dyspnea may rarely occur. Muscle pain or joint pain, skin rash, itching, and hair loss have also been reported. It may affect the eyes and ears, leading to visual disturbances or tinnitus. Urinary symptoms may include difficulty urinating or hematuria. This drug may increase the risk of fractures due to osteoporosis with long-term use. Additionally, hypomagnesemia may occur rarely, necessitating regular blood tests if taken long-term. The risk of bacterial infections in the stomach may slightly increase due to acid suppression, so if diarrhea persists, consult a medical professional. Caution is required as drowsiness may occur while driving or operating machinery. Inform your healthcare provider about any other medications you are taking, especially when combined with specific antibiotics, antiviral agents, or methotrexate. This drug should be swallowed whole without chewing or crushing, and stored out of reach of children. There is no specific antidote for overdose, so appropriate treatment should be administered based on symptoms.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, fulminant hepatitis, liver dysfunction, jaundice, severe allergic reactions, severe skin adverse reactions, toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell syndrome), Stevens-Johnson syndrome, dyspnea, asthma, interstitial lung disease, acute interstitial nephritis, sudden and severe headache, confusion, deep vein thrombosis, sudden death, coma, disorientation, anaphylaxis, angioedema, hypomagnesemia,

Mild side effects

• Rash
• itching
• decreased red blood cells
• decreased white blood cells
• increased white blood cells
• eosinophilia
• neutrophilia
• decreased lymphocytes
• anemia
• petechial hemorrhage

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This helps to preserve the drug's effectiveness and ensures safe use.

Appearance

Pale yellow, round enteric-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets (14 tablets/PTP*2)