Rabesto Tablet 10 mg (Rabeprazole Sodium)

Adult dose

For gastric ulcer and duodenal ulcer: 10 mg is administered orally once daily, which may be increased to 20 mg once daily depending on symptoms. The treatment for gastric ulcers should last for 8 weeks, and for duodenal ulcers for 6 weeks. For erosive or ulcerative gastroesophageal reflux disease: 10 mg or 20 mg is taken orally once daily for 4-8 weeks, and if not treated, additional doses of 10 mg or 20 mg can be taken orally twice a day for an additional 8 weeks.

This medication should not be given to patients with certain allergic reactions or hypersensitivity to specific antibiotics. Pregnant or nursing women should also avoid using this medication. Caution should be exercised in patients with liver problems or the elderly. Since this medication may cause allergic reactions like skin rash, itching, or hives, it should be discontinued immediately upon onset of symptoms. Regular blood tests and liver function tests should be conducted, and if abnormalities are found, usage should be stopped. Cardiovascular patients need to be careful because it can affect heart or blood pressure. Gastrointestinal symptoms like diarrhea, abdominal pain, and nausea may occur, and in severe cases, immediate consultation with medical personnel is required. This medication may cause drowsiness or dizziness, so caution is needed while driving or operating machinery. Long-term use may increase the risk of fractures, so bone density testing may be necessary. Hypomagnesemia may occur, so magnesium levels should be regularly checked when taken for a long time or with specific medications. This drug may interact with other medications; inform medical personnel of any currently used medications. There is no specific antidote in case of overdose; treatment will be symptomatic, and the tablets should be swallowed whole, not chewed or crushed. Store out of reach of children and do not transfer to other containers. Long-term use may lead to vitamin B12 absorption issues; check through blood tests if necessary. Seek immediate medical attention if unusual symptoms, skin rashes, or breathing difficulties occur during usage.

Serious side effects

• Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness → severe allergic reaction.
• Severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/eye mucosa → severe skin reaction.
• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, breathing problems accompanied by cough and fever → respiratory issues.
• Yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme fatigue → liver abnormalities (jaundice).

Mild side effects

Allergic reactions: rash, hives, itching. Blood system disorders: decreased red blood cells, decreased white blood cells, increased white blood cells, increased eosinophils, increased neutrophils, decreased lymphocytes, anemia, petechiae, lymphadenopathy, hypochromic anemia, pancytopenia, agranulocytosis, decreased platelets, hemolytic anemia. Liver abnormalities: increased ALT, AST, ALP, γ-GTP, LDH, total bilirubin. Cardiovascular abnormalities: hypertension, myocardial infarction, abnormal electrocardiogram, migraine.

Store this medication in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. Avoid extremely hot or cold places, and store at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C.

Appearance

Pale yellow, round enteric-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets (2 blister packs of 14 tablets each)