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Rabekay Plus is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. Acidity, Heartburn are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Rabekay Plus have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Rabekay Plus 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Rabekay Plus also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Dizziness, Diarrhoea. Normally, these side effects of Rabekay Plus are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Rabekay Plus is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Rabekay Plus has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Rabekay Plus related warnings section.
Rabekay Plus can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Rabekay Plus in conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions). Other contraindications of Rabekay Plus have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Rabekay Plus may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Rabekay Plus is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Rabekay Plus 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Rabekay Plus is used -
Common
Is the use of Rabekay Plus safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Rabekay Plus will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Rabekay Plus safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Rabekay Plus on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Rabekay Plus will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Rabekay Plus on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Rabekay Plus on kidney, information on safety of Rabekay Plus for kidney is unavailable.
What is the effect of Rabekay Plus on the Liver?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Rabekay Plus on the liver, information on safety of Rabekay Plus for liver is unavailable.
What is the effect of Rabekay Plus on the Heart?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Rabekay Plus on the heart, information on safety of Rabekay Plus for the heart is unavailable.
Rabekay Plus 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 Rabekay Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rabekay Plus habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Rabekay Plus has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Rabekay Plus. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Rabekay Plus is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Rabekay Plus in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Rabekay Plus
Taking Rabekay Plus with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rabekay Plus
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Rabekay Plus.
Rabekay Plus 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.
Rarely, Rabekay Plus causes hair loss. This is a reversible side effect of Rabekay Plus, the problem goes away after discontinuation of this drug. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair tonic and discuss with your doctor about a better treatment option for hair loss.
Rabekay Plus 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.
No, Rabekay Plus 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.
Yes, Rabekay Plus 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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Package leaflet [Internet]: RABEPRAZOLE. Accord Healthcare Limited
