Nelson Rabeprazole Tablet 20 mg (Rabeprazole Sodium)

Adult dose

Gastric ulcer, duodenal ulcer: Typically, rabeprazole sodium is administered orally 10 mg once daily to adults. Depending on symptoms, it can be administered 20 mg orally once daily. Typically, treatment lasts for up to 8 weeks for gastric ulcers and up to 6 weeks for duodenal ulcers. Erosive or ulcerative gastroesophageal reflux disease: Administer 10 mg or 20 mg once daily for 4 to 8 weeks. If untreated, it may be increased for an additional 8 weeks at 10 mg.

Child dose

Safety in children has not been established.

This medication should not be used by patients who have allergies or hypersensitivity to certain components. Caution is needed for those allergic to penicillin or macrolide antibiotics, especially when used in combination for the eradication of Helicobacter pylori. It is also safe not to administer to patients taking certain heart-related medications or antivirals, as well as to pregnant or breastfeeding women. Use with caution in patients with impaired liver function, the elderly, and those with a history of drug allergies. This medication may cause various side effects such as skin rash, itching, blood abnormalities, liver function abnormalities, heart and gastrointestinal issues, and neurological issues; contact a healthcare professional immediately if symptoms occur. Regular blood tests and liver function tests are necessary during long-term use, and there is a slight increase in the risk of gastrointestinal infections, so visit a hospital if diarrhea persists. Caution is needed as this medication may impair concentration, leading to drowsiness while driving or operating machinery. Since there may be interactions with other medications, it is essential to inform your healthcare provider of any current medications, particularly when used with certain antibiotics, antivirals, or anticoagulants. It is safer not to use this medication during pregnancy or breastfeeding, and elderly patients should discontinue use immediately if adverse reactions occur due to potential liver dysfunction. Safety in children has not been established, so it is best not to use. There is no specific antidote for overdose; treatment and supportive therapy based on symptoms are necessary. Do not chew or crush the tablet; swallow it whole. Store in a tightly sealed container, out of reach of children, and do not transfer to other containers. Long-term use may increase the risk of fractures related to osteoporosis, and there may also be a possibility of hypomagnesemia, so frequent monitoring of magnesium levels is recommended if necessary. Consult a healthcare professional immediately if abnormal symptoms arise during the use of this medication, and it is important to comply with the prescribed dosage and duration.

Serious side effects

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

Mild side effects

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

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Proper storage helps to maintain the drug’s efficacy and safety for a long time.

Appearance

Pale yellow round enteric-coated tablets

Package unit

28 tablets/box [(14 tablets/Alu Alu packaging X2)]