Ravenda Tablets 10 mg (Rabeprazole Sodium)

Adult dose

For gastric ulcers and duodenal ulcers: typically, 10 mg is administered orally once daily. Depending on symptoms, 20 mg may be administered once daily, with treatment duration of 8 weeks for gastric ulcers and 6 weeks for duodenal ulcers. For erosive or ulcerative gastroesophageal reflux disease: administer 10 mg or 20 mg orally once daily for 4 to 8 weeks. If not resolved after 8 weeks, an additional 8 weeks of 10 mg or 20 mg twice daily may be given.

This medication should not be administered to individuals with allergic reactions or hypersensitivity to certain components. Particularly, those allergic to penicillin or macrolide antibiotics, as well as those taking certain heart-related medications, should be cautious. Pregnant or nursing women should not use this medication. Patients with poor liver function, elderly patients, and those with a history of drug allergies should take it carefully. This medication contains certain dyes, so individuals allergic to these components should also be cautious. If a rash, hives, or itching occurs during use, discontinue use immediately and consult a doctor. Regular blood tests are recommended as there may be changes in red blood cell, white blood cell, and platelet counts. Liver function tests are also needed, and if symptoms of liver dysfunction occur, stop taking. Various side effects related to the heart, digestive system, nervous system, and respiratory system have been reported, so caution is needed. Long-term use may increase the risk of fractures related to osteoporosis. This medication may slightly increase the risk of bacterial infections in the stomach by suppressing gastric acid secretion, so consult a doctor if diarrhea persists. Caution is required when driving or operating machinery, as drowsiness may occur. Interactions with other medications may occur, so inform healthcare professionals if taking other medications. During pregnancy or breastfeeding, safety has not been confirmed, so it is advisable not to take. Elderly patients may be more likely to experience side effects due to decreased liver function, so if symptoms occur, discontinue and consult a physician. Safety in children has not been established, so use is recommended against. In the event of overdose, since there is no specific antidote, treatment should be provided according to symptoms, and the tablets should be swallowed whole without chewing or crushing. Keep out of reach of children and do not transfer to another container. Long-term use may cause vitamin B12 absorption disorders, so periodic check-ups are necessary. While taking this medication, autoimmune diseases like lupus erythematosus may occur in the skin or systemically, so consult a healthcare professional immediately if related symptoms occur. If symptoms of kidney dysfunction or acute interstitial nephritis are suspected, discontinue immediately and receive appropriate treatment.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, fulminant hepatitis, liver dysfunction, jaundice, severe allergic reactions, liver abnormalities (jaundice), severe allergic reactions, severe skin adverse reactions such as toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell syndrome), mucocutaneous syndrome (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), fever, pulmonary abnormalities, respiratory distress accompanied by pulmonary symptoms, asthma, acute interstitial nephritis, renal failure, sudden death, coma, high

Mild side effects

• Rash
• itching
• decrease in red blood cells
• decrease in white blood cells
• increase in white blood cells
• increase in eosinophils
• increase in neutrophils
• decrease in lymphocytes
• anemia
• petechiae

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering. It is best to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. This ensures the medication's effectiveness and prevents deterioration.

Appearance

Pale yellow round enteric-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets (14 tablets/PTP × 2)