Lavera M Tablet 10 mg (Rabeprazole Sodium)

Adult dose

For gastric ulcer and duodenal ulcer: Typically, it is taken orally once daily at 10 mg, and based on symptoms, it may be increased to 20 mg once daily. For gastric ulcers, it is taken for up to 8 weeks, and up to 6 weeks for duodenal ulcers. For erosive or ulcerative gastroesophageal reflux disease: Take 10 mg or 20 mg once daily for 4 to 8 weeks. If symptoms persist after 8 weeks, an additional 8-week treatment may be continued with 10 mg or 20 mg once daily.

This drug should not be used in patients with certain allergic reactions or hypersensitivity. It is safer for pregnant or breastfeeding women to avoid taking this medication. Patients with impaired liver function or the elderly should be particularly cautious when using this medication. If any allergic symptoms such as skin rash or itching occur during treatment with this drug, discontinue use immediately and consult a physician. It is important to undergo regular blood tests and liver function tests to check for abnormalities. Long-term use may increase the risk of bone fractures. This drug may reduce gastric acid which can increase bacteria in the stomach, so if diarrhea persists, consult healthcare professionals. It may cause drowsiness while driving or operating machinery, so caution is advised. Interactions with other drugs can occur, so be sure to inform your doctor of any medications you are currently taking. Particularly, caution is needed when taken together with certain antibiotics or antiviral medications. Do not chew or crush the tablets; swallow them whole. Keep out of reach of children and do not transfer to other containers. There is no specific antidote for overdose, but appropriate treatment should be given based on symptoms.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, oral/eye mucous membrane pain, shortness of breath or breathing difficulties, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme fatigue, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination

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
• petechial bleeding

This drug must be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air or moisture. It is best to keep the medication at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Avoid storing it in too hot or too cold environments.

Appearance

Pale yellow round enteric-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets/box [(14T/PTP×2)]