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Rabepro, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acidity. Rabepro also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Rabepro 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.
The side effects typically associated with Rabepro include Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Rabepro have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Rabepro go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Rabepro has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Rabepro related warnings talks about Rabepro's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions) must refrain from the use of Rabepro since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Rabepro contraindications section.
Besides this, Rabepro may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Rabepro is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Rabepro 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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Is the use of Rabepro safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Rabepro in pregnant women.
Is the use of Rabepro safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Rabepro. Immediately discontinue Rabepro if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Rabepro on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Rabepro on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Rabepro on the Liver?
Side effects of Rabepro rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Rabepro on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Rabepro for the heart.
Rabepro 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 Rabepro unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rabepro habit forming or addictive?
Rabepro is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Rabepro, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Rabepro can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Rabepro does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Rabepro for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Rabepro
It is safe to take Rabepro with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rabepro
Taking alcohol with Rabepro can be dangerous.
Yes, Rabepro 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.
Rabepro may cause allergy in rare instances. An allergic reaction might lead to swelling of the face, development of a rash, throat tightness and difficulty in breathing. If you develop any of these symptoms, talk to your doctor immediately. He may stop Rabepro for a while and examine you properly.
No, Rabepro 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.
No, Rabepro does not cause kidney damage at recommended doses. However, in case of long-term use of Rabepro along with improper kidney function, might cause kidney damage. If you experience discoloration of urine ( symptoms of kidney damage) then immediately inform to doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Rabepro is given in combination with itopride. The combination is used for the management of gastro-esophageal reflux disorder (GERD).
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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