Kepreb 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.
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Is the use of Kepreb safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Kepreb safely.
Is the use of Kepreb safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Kepreb. If you see any side effects, stop taking Kepreb immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Kepreb again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Kepreb on the Kidneys?
Kepreb does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Kepreb on the Liver?
Kepreb has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Kepreb on the Heart?
Kepreb is completely safe for the heart.
Kepreb 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 Kepreb unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Kepreb habit forming or addictive?
Kepreb does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Kepreb you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Kepreb is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Kepreb in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Kepreb
Taking Kepreb with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Kepreb
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Kepreb as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Kepreb use is associated with the development of diarrhea. This might be related to an infection caused by Clostridium difficile. If you experience severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine, inform the doctor right away without further delay. In addition, one must take a lot of electrolytes and fluids for preventing dehydration. Taking an anti-diarrheal medication may also help.
Yes, Kepreb may cause gas. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience excessive gas formation in the stomach after consuming this drug then inform to doctor right away without further delay.
Kepreb is available in tablet, capsule and injection form. It should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because food does not affect the absorption of the drug. It should be taken the whole and swallowed with water. It should not be chewed, crushed or split. It should be taken at exactly the same time every day so that there is less chance of missing the dose.
Kepreb 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. Kepreb 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. Kepreb is used to prevent this damage. Kepreb 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.
Yes, Kepreb is given in combination with domperidone. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and domperidone is available in the market which is used in the treatment of GERD and other stomach related problems.
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