Rabifast: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Rabifast Information

Rabifast is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Acidity. Rabifast also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Rabifast. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Rabifast include Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Rabifast can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Rabifast normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Rabifast is Safe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Rabifast'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 Rabifast since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Rabifast contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Rabifast have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Rabifast is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Rabifast Benefits & Uses
Rabifast Dosage & How to Take
Rabifast Side Effects
Rabifast Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Rabifast with Other Drugs
Rabifast Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Rabifast
Rabifast Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Rabifast Benefits & Uses

Rabifast is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)

Other Benefits

GERD
Peptic Ulcer (Read More - Gentle and Natural: Best Home Remedies for Stomach Ulcers)
Zollinger Ellison syndrome
Stomach Gas
Hernia
Stomach Pain (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
Acidity during pregnancy

Rabifast Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 8 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Rabifast Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Rabifast is used -

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
पेट दर्द
पेट की गैस
Headache
Dry Mouth
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Infection
Pharyngitis

Common

Diarrhoea

Rabifast Related Warnings

Is the use of Rabifast safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Rabifast without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Rabifast safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Rabifast. Immediately discontinue Rabifast if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Rabifast on the Kidneys?

Rabifast does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Rabifast on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Rabifast on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Rabifast on the Heart?

You can take Rabifast without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Rabifast with Other Drugs

Rabifast should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Rabifast Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rabifast unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Liver Disease
Gastric Cancer
Osteoporosis

Frequently asked Questions about Rabifast

Is this Rabifast habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Rabifast has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Rabifast, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Rabifast can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, the use of Rabifast is considered safe.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Rabifast cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Rabifast Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rabifast

Taking Rabifast with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Rabifast

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Rabifast as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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