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Galrab is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Galrab depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Galrab 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 Galrab is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Galrab safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Galrab in pregnant women.
Is the use of Galrab safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Galrab. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Galrab on the Kidneys?
Galrab is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Galrab on the Liver?
Galrab may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Galrab on the Heart?
Using Galrab does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Galrab 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 Galrab unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Galrab habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Galrab.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Galrab, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Galrab can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Galrab, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Galrab is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Galrab
It is safe to take Galrab with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Galrab
Taking Galrab with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Galrab should be taken for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it or take an extra dose on your own. Always follow the instructions of your doctor completely.
Yes, Galrab is given in combination with itopride. The combination is used for the management of gastro-esophageal reflux disorder (GERD).
Yes, Galrab is safe to take as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. However, in some people, it may produce some side effects like a headache, diarrhea, constipation, nausea, vomiting, sore throat and gas. If you suffer from any side effects, please inform your doctor immediately.
Galrab is a brand name for rabeprazole. It belongs to a class of medications known as proton pump inhibitors. It is available in the form of a tablet, capsule, and injection. Galrab is used to alleviate the symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD). GERD is a condition in which acid back-flows from the stomach to the esophagus (the tube which connects the stomach with throat) causing heartburn and injury to the esophagus. Galrab is used to prevent this damage. Galrab is also used to treat conditions like Zollinger Ellison syndrome (excessive acid is produced by the stomach). It is used for the treatment of ulcers (sores in the lining of stomach and intestine) and also used in combination with other antibiotics (such as amoxicillin and clarithromycin) to manage H.pylori infection.
No, Galrab doesn't cause high blood pressure. High blood pressure can be managed by losing some amount of weight, doing some kind of physical activity on a daily basis, eating a healthy diet, reducing sodium in the diet, limiting the amount of alcohol and caffeine, quitting smoking, and taking less stress. If your blood pressure doesn't get controlled, your doctor might start you on a hypertensive drug ( amlodipine, telmisartan etc). Please follow the instructions of your doctor completely.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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