Alpirab Tablet 20 mg (Rabeprazole Sodium)

Adult dose

Typically, rabeprazole sodium is administered orally to adults once daily at a dose of 10 mg. Depending on the symptoms, it may be administered orally at a dose of 20 mg once daily. Typically, it is given for up to 8 weeks for gastric ulcers and up to 6 weeks for duodenal ulcers. Erosive or ulcerative gastroesophageal reflux disease: Administer 10 mg or 20 mg once daily for 4 to 8 weeks. If untreated, an additional dose of 10 mg or 20 mg for another 8 weeks may be considered.

Child dose

The safety for pediatric patients has not been established.

This medication should not be used by individuals who are allergic to certain ingredients or benzimidazole derivatives. Caution is also required if there is an allergy to penicillin or macrolide antibiotics. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not take this medication. Patients with poor liver function or elderly patients should be more cautious when using this medication. If allergic reactions such as skin rash or itching occur during treatment, the medication should be discontinued immediately. It is important to have regular blood tests or liver function tests to detect adverse reactions early. Various side effects can occur in various body systems such as the heart, gastrointestinal, and nervous system, so consulting with medical professionals is advisable if symptoms occur. There is a risk of side effects such as osteoporosis or hypomagnesemia with long-term use, hence routine checks are necessary. This medication may interact with other drugs; therefore, caution should especially be exercised when taking it with antibiotics, antiviral agents, anticoagulants, etc. Caution is advised as drowsiness may occur while driving or operating machinery. Do not chew or crush this medication; it should be swallowed whole, and it should be stored out of children's reach. In case of overdose, there is no specific antidote, and one should seek appropriate treatment at a medical facility immediately. For long-term usage of this medication, it is safe to take the minimum effective dose for the appropriate duration as directed by a physician.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• severe swelling
• tightness in the chest
• difficulty breathing
• fever
• systemic lupus erythematosus
• cutaneous lupus erythematosus
• severe allergic reactions
• fulminant hepatitis
• liver dysfunction

Mild side effects

• Rash
• itching
• reduced red blood cells
• reduced white blood cells
• increased white blood cells
• increased eosinophils
• increased neutrophils
• decreased lymphocytes
• anemia
• petechiae

This medication may be sensitive to air or humidity, so it should be stored in a tightly closed container. Additionally, it should be kept at room temperature, preferably between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius, without exposure to extreme heat or cold.

Appearance

Pale yellow round enteric coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets/box [14 tablets/Alu-Alu packaging ×2]