What Is Rabeprazole Used For
Rabeprazole is generally used for the prevention of acid produced in the stomach. Rabeprazole can also be useful in reducing the symptoms and preventing injury to the esophagus or stomach for those patients with gastroesophagael reflux disease or ulcers.
If you experience or are concerned or require more information about any of the above conditions, please contact your healthcare prescriber about Rabeprazole.
How To Use Rabeprazole
Remember to take your medication at regular intervals between every dose so that your drug will work efficiently. It is also important to follow the instructions given and read the patient information leaflet provided as these will differ between different medication.Rabeprazole tablets should be taken whole orally with a glass of water. They should not be chewed, crushed or broken before taking your dose. Remember, when taking Rabeprazole or any prescription drug to always follow the label close and do not take more than directed.
Rabeprazole should only be taken as instructed by your healthcare prescriber. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your healthcare prescriber first or unless instructed to do so. If the medication is for your child, remember that the dosage instructions will differ, so please check prior to starting the medication.
Conflicting Medications With Rabeprazole
Always consult the doctor who prescribed Rabeprazole to you; as this is only a partial interacting medicines list:- Cyclosporine
- Iron salts
- Ampicillin
- Ketoconazole
- Diazepam
- Itraconazole
- Digoxin
- Are a smoker
- Use any other legal or illegal drugs or substances
- Consume alcohol or caffeine on a regular basis
All of the categories listed above may affect the outcome of the medicine Rabeprazole and as a result give rise to unwanted side-effects.
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