Rabegard Tablet 20/600 Milligrams (Rabeprazole Sodium, Precipitated Calcium Carbonate)

Adult dose

For gastric ulcers and duodenal ulcers, the normal adult dosage is 10/600mg orally once a day. Depending on symptoms, it may be taken as 20/600mg orally once a day. Usually, treatment for gastric ulcers lasts up to 8 weeks and for duodenal ulcers lasts up to 6 weeks. For erosive or ulcerative gastroesophageal reflux disease, the dosage is either 10/600mg or 20/600mg once a day for 4 to 8 weeks. Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) may be given for 8 weeks.

This drug should not be used by patients with allergic reactions to specific ingredients or those taking certain medications, pregnant or nursing women, and patients with severely impaired kidney or liver function. Caution should be taken when prescribing to those with liver impairment, elderly patients, or those with a history of drug allergies. If allergic symptoms such as skin rash, itching, or difficulty breathing occur during treatment, the medication should be stopped immediately, and a doctor should be consulted. It is important to have regular blood tests or liver function tests to monitor for any adverse reactions. Long-term use may increase the risk of fractures, and magnesium levels may decrease, so supplementation may be necessary if required. This drug reduces gastric acid secretion, which may increase the risk of bacterial infection in the gastrointestinal tract, so persistent diarrhea should be reported to a doctor. Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery as drowsiness may occur. If taken simultaneously with other medications, there may be drug interactions, so it is essential to inform the doctor or pharmacist of any current medications. It is safer not to use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. This drug should not be chewed or crushed and should be swallowed whole, and it should be stored in a cool, dry place out of reach of children.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, fulminant hepatitis, liver dysfunction, jaundice, angina, myocardial infarction, fainting, pulmonary embolism, respiratory dysfunction, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, seizures, toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell's syndrome), mucocutaneous syndrome (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), interstitial pneumonia, hepatic encephalopathy, angioedema, anaphylaxis, shock, hypomagnesemia, thrombocytopenia, neutropenia, leukopenia

Mild side effects

• Rash
• itching
• reduced 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 sealed container. It is advisable to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This will help to preserve the drug's efficacy over time.

Appearance

Pale yellow, round film-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets/bottle