Megamipide Tablet (Rabeprazole)

Adult dose

The recommended dose is 100 mg of rabeprazole orally three times a day. However, for gastric ulcers, it is administered in the morning, evening, and before bedtime.

This medication should not be used in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to its ingredients. While taking this medication, there may rarely be severe allergic reactions such as shock or anaphylaxis-like symptoms; if any abnormal symptoms occur, discontinue use immediately and seek medical attention. Additionally, there may be a decrease in white blood cell or platelet counts, so regular blood tests should be conducted to monitor the condition. There is also a risk of liver function impairment, so if there are any abnormalities in liver function tests or signs of jaundice, discontinue use immediately. Hypersensitivity reactions such as skin rashes, itching, hives may occur; if such symptoms develop, stop taking the medication and consult a doctor. This medication may cause neurological symptoms such as dizziness, drowsiness, or numbness, so caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. Gastrointestinal symptoms may include dry mouth, constipation, abdominal distension, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, abdominal pain, belching, dysgeusia, and others. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should consult a doctor before taking this medication, and its safety for pregnant women has not been established, so it should be used only when absolutely necessary. Breastfeeding women should avoid this medication as it can be transmitted through breast milk. Safety for children, especially low-birth-weight infants, newborns, and infants, has not been sufficiently established and must be used with caution. Elderly patients generally have weakened bodily functions and should be particularly cautious about adverse reactions such as gastrointestinal symptoms. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, and transferring it to another container should be avoided to prevent degradation in quality or risk of accidents.

Serious side effects

• Shock
• anaphylaxis-like symptoms
• leukopenia
• thrombocytopenia
• liver dysfunction
• jaundice
• hives
• numbness
• respiratory distress
• edema

Mild side effects

• Dry mouth
• constipation
• abdominal distension
• diarrhea
• nausea
• vomiting
• heartburn
• abdominal pain
• belching
• dysgeusia

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in a container that does not allow light in. Additionally, it should be stored at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius for safe use.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle