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Api is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Acidity. Api also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Api depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Api include Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Api can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Api are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Api has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Api's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions) must refrain from the use of Api since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Api contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Api may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Api is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Api is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Api is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Api safe for pregnant women?
Api is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Api safe during breastfeeding?
Api may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Api, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Api.
What is the effect of Api on the Kidneys?
Api is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Api on the Liver?
Api is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Api on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Api for the heart.
Api should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Api unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Api habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Api.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Api can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Api is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Api is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Api
You can take Api with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Api
Taking Api with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Aciphex® (rabeprazole sodium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 653
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1077-1078
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Aciphex® (rabeprazole sodium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 653
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1077-1078
