Storabec Tablets 10 mg (Rabeprazole Sodium)

Adult dose

For gastric ulcers and duodenal ulcers: 10 mg orally once daily. Depending on symptoms, 20 mg may be administered orally once daily. For erosive or ulcerative gastroesophageal reflux disease: 10 mg or 20 mg once daily for 4-8 weeks. If symptoms persist after 8 weeks of proton pump inhibitor (PPI) therapy, an additional 8 weeks of 10 mg or 20 mg may be administered orally twice daily.

This medication should not be used in patients with allergic reactions or hypersensitivity to specific components. Patients allergic to penicillin or macrolide antibiotics, and those taking certain heart-related medications should also avoid this drug. Use is prohibited in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Patients with poor liver function or elderly patients should use this drug with increased caution, and people with a history of allergies should take it carefully. This drug can cause allergic symptoms such as skin rash and itching; if such symptoms appear, use should be stopped immediately. As abnormalities may appear in blood tests, regular blood testing is necessary along with liver function tests. Various side effects may occur, including multiple symptoms related to the heart, digestive issues, and neurological symptoms; consult a doctor if unusual symptoms arise. Particularly, if symptoms of pneumonia or severe shortness of breath occur, immediately stop taking and seek medical attention. Long-term use of this drug may increase the risk of bone fractures and hypomagnesemia, so regular check-ups are necessary during prolonged use. Additionally, as it suppresses gastric acid secretion, there may be a slight increase in the risk of bacterial infections in the gastrointestinal tract. Caution is required while driving or operating machinery as drowsiness may occur. This medication may interact with other drugs, so always inform your healthcare provider of any drugs you are currently taking. Do not use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, and elderly patients should also use it cautiously considering possible adverse effects due to declining liver function. Safety in children has not been established, so it should not be used in children. Tablets should be swallowed whole without chewing or crushing, and should be stored out of reach of children. Regular medical consultations and tests are required if this medication is taken for a long time.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/eye mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme fatigue, sudden and severe headache, lightning headache, seizures, confusion of consciousness, vision disturbances, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

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

This drug may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly closed container. Also, avoid storing it in extremely hot or cold places, and it is recommended to store it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees.

Appearance

Pale yellow round enteric-coated tablets

Package unit

28 tablets/box [(14 tablets/PTPX2)]