Lafrin Tablet 10 mg (Rabeprazole Sodium)

Adult dose

Gastric ulcer, duodenal ulcer: 10 mg orally once daily; may be increased to 20 mg orally once daily based on symptoms. Administer for up to 8 weeks for gastric ulcer and 6 weeks for duodenal ulcer. Erosive or ulcerative gastroesophageal reflux disease: 10 mg or 20 mg orally once daily for 4-8 weeks. If not resolved, an additional 8 weeks of 10 mg or 20 mg orally twice daily may be administered (for severe mucosal damage) Gastroesophageal reflux disease.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. Individuals who have had allergic reactions or hypersensitivity to this drug, its components, or similar classes of drugs should not take it. Caution is needed when this drug is used in conjunction with penicillin or macrolide antibiotics if there is an allergy to them. Patients taking certain heart-related medications should also not use this medicine concurrently. It is safer not to use this medication in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Patients with impaired liver function, the elderly, or those with a history of drug allergies should take this medication with caution. Caution is also needed for those allergic to the dye contained in this medication. If allergic symptoms such as skin rash or itching occur while taking this medication, it should be discontinued immediately. Because blood tests may show changes in red or white blood cell counts, regular blood tests are recommended. Liver function can also be affected, so liver function tests may be necessary. Caution should be taken if there are unusual heart symptoms, blood pressure changes, headaches, or dizziness. Various gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting may occur. Mental symptoms such as anxiety, drowsiness, and memory impairment may appear, so one's condition should be closely monitored. Respiratory symptoms such as coughing and difficulty breathing have been reported, and in rare cases, severe conditions like pneumonia may occur. Symptoms such as muscle pain, joint pain, skin rash, and hair loss may also occur. Eye abnormalities or blurred vision may occur, so one should pay attention to changes in vision. The urinary system may also be affected, leading to urinary abnormalities or menstrual disorders. This medication can affect the absorption of vitamin B12 when taken for a long time, so it is advisable to check nutritional status during prolonged use. This medication suppresses gastric acid secretion, which may increase the risk of bacterial overgrowth in the stomach, so if symptoms of infection occur, consultation with a healthcare professional is necessary. Drowsiness may occur during driving or operating machinery, so caution is advised. This drug may interact with other medications, so it is essential to notify healthcare professionals of any other medications being taken. In particular, it should not be used with specific antivirals or antibiotics, and it is advisable to consult an expert before taking the medication. This drug should not be chewed or crushed but should be swallowed whole in its tablet form. When storing, keep it out of reach of children and do not transfer it to other containers.

Serious side effects

Hives, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, skin peeling, pain in mouth/eye mucous membranes, blisters, severe rash accompanied by high fever, severe swelling (edema), jaundice, extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, disorientation, visual disturbances, paralysis, markedly decreased urine output, severe generalized swelling with accompanying hypertension, severe allergic reaction, severe skin adverse reactions, respiratory problems,

Mild side effects

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

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. It is advisable to maintain storage temperatures between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This way, the effectiveness of the medication can be preserved for a long time.

Appearance

Pale yellow round enteric-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets (14 tablets/PTP×2)