Ravegan Tablets 20mg (Rabeprazole Sodium)

Adult dose

Gastric ulcer, duodenal ulcer: Typically, for adults, Rabeprazole sodium should be administered orally once daily at a dose of 10 mg. Depending on symptoms, it may be increased to 20 mg once daily. Generally, it is administered for up to 8 weeks for gastric ulcers and up to 6 weeks for duodenal ulcers. Erosive or ulcerative gastroesophageal reflux disease: 10 mg or 20 mg once daily for 4 to 8 weeks. If treatment is not effective after 8 weeks, additional therapy may be required.

Child dose

Safety in pediatric patients has not been established.

This medication should not be used in patients with allergies to specific components or a history of hypersensitivity. Caution is required if there are allergies to penicillin or macrolide antibiotics, particularly during Helicobacter pylori eradication therapy. It is generally safe for pregnant or breastfeeding women to avoid taking this medication. Patients with compromised liver function or the elderly should be closely monitored while using this medication. During treatment, hypersensitivity reactions such as skin rashes, itching, and hives may occur; if these symptoms arise, discontinue use immediately. Regular blood tests and liver function tests are necessary, and if any abnormal signs are detected, discontinue the medication and follow the doctor's instructions. Cardiac symptoms or gastrointestinal abnormalities have also been reported, so consult medical staff immediately if symptoms occur. Long-term use can result in side effects such as osteoporosis or hypomagnesemia, so regular check-ups may be needed. This medication may increase the risk of bacterial infections in the stomach by suppressing gastric acid secretion, hence if diarrhea or other abnormal symptoms persist, consult a doctor. Caution is also advised while driving or operating machinery, as drowsiness may occur. This medication may interact with other drugs, so be sure to inform medical staff of any other medications being taken. This medication should not be chewed or crushed; it should be swallowed whole in tablet form. Store out of reach of children in a safe place, and it is advisable not to transfer it to another container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, blood disorders including agranulocytosis, hemolytic anemia, aplastic anemia, fulminant hepatitis, liver dysfunction, jaundice, angina, pulmonary embolism, ventricular tachycardia, thrombotic vein inflammation, serious skin reactions (toxic epidermal necrolysis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, erythema multiforme), acute interstitial nephritis, and seizures.

Mild side effects

Rash, itching, blood disorders (anemia, eosinophilia, neutrophilia, lymphopenia, thrombocytopenia, hemolytic anemia), elevated ALT, AST, ALP, γ-GTP, LDH, total bilirubin, hypertension, myocardial infarction, electrocardiogram abnormalities, migraine, syncope, angina, various blockages, palpitations, and bradycardia.

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is also advisable to maintain the storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature to prolong its effectiveness.

Appearance

Pale yellow round enteric-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets (14 tablets/Alu Alu packaging x 2)