Rabipen is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acidity. Rabipen 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 Rabipen. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Rabipen include Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Rabipen have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Rabipen 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Rabipen is Safe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Rabipen has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Rabipen related warnings section.
Rabipen can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Rabipen in conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Rabipen contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Rabipen with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Rabipen is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Rabipen 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 Rabipen safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Rabipen without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Rabipen safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Rabipen. If you see any side effects, stop taking Rabipen immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Rabipen again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Rabipen on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Rabipen on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Rabipen on the Liver?
Side effects of Rabipen rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Rabipen on the Heart?
Rabipen is completely safe for the heart.
Rabipen 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 Rabipen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rabipen habit forming or addictive?
Rabipen does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Rabipen you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Rabipen is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Rabipen for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Rabipen
Taking Rabipen with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rabipen
Taking Rabipen with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Rabipen 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. Rabipen 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. Rabipen is used to prevent this damage. Rabipen 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, Rabipen 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.
Rabipen 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.
No, Rabipen is not an antibiotic. It belongs to the group of medications called proton pump inhibitor which blocks the excessive acid secretion in the stomach while antibiotics are the medicine that prevents and treats the infection caused by bacteria.
No, Rabipen 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.
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