Bielab tablet 10 milligrams (Rabeprazole Sodium)

Adult dose

Gastric ulcer, duodenal ulcer: Typically, 10 mg of Rabeprazole Sodium is administered orally once a day to adults. Depending on symptoms, 20 mg may be administered orally once daily. Treatment duration for gastric ulcer is up to 8 weeks, and for duodenal ulcers, it is up to 6 weeks. Erosive or ulcerative gastroesophageal reflux disease: 10 mg or 20 mg is administered once daily for 4 to 8 weeks. If symptoms persist after 8 weeks, an additional dose may be given.

This medication should not be used in patients who have allergies to certain ingredients or a history of hypersensitivity. Caution is required in patients allergic to penicillin or macrolide antibiotics, especially when used in combination during Helicobacter pylori eradication treatment. Additionally, patients taking certain heart-related medications or those who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not use this medication. Caution is also advised for patients with liver dysfunction, elderly patients, and those with a history of drug allergies. This medication may cause various side effects, including skin rash, itching, blood abnormalities, liver function abnormalities, heart problems, gastrointestinal disorders, neurological symptoms, respiratory problems, muscle pain, and skin conditions. Although rare, serious skin reactions or severe adverse reactions such as interstitial nephritis and hepatic encephalopathy have been reported; if abnormal symptoms occur, administration should be stopped immediately, and medical advice should be sought. This medication strongly suppresses gastric acid secretion, which may increase the risk of osteoporosis and fractures with long-term use, and may cause hypomagnesemia, hence periodic blood tests are essential. Moreover, the risk of gastrointestinal bacterial infection may be slightly increased, so if diarrhea persists, consultation with a healthcare provider is recommended. Caution is necessary when driving or operating machinery as drowsiness may occur. This medication may interact with various drugs; therefore, it is crucial to inform healthcare providers if taking other medications, particularly with certain antivirals, antibiotics, or warfarin. Safety during pregnancy or lactation has not been established, so it should not be used. Safety in children has also not been established, so use with caution. When taking this medication, do not chew or crush the tablets; swallow them whole and keep them out of reach of children. Regular check-ups are important to monitor liver function and blood status during long-term use.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, acute hepatitis, liver dysfunction, jaundice, headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, severe swelling accompanied by increased blood pressure, hematuria, systemic allergic reactions (hypotension, dyspnea, facial edema, etc.), toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell's syndrome), mucocutaneous syndrome (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), asthma attack, difficulty breathing, acute interstitial nephritis, shock

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 medication should be stored in an airtight container to prevent light or air exposure. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees. Proper storage will ensure the medication's efficacy is safely maintained.

Appearance

Pale yellow round enteric-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets/Alu-Alu [(14 tablets/Alu Alu pack × 2)]