Rabeprol 10 mg (Sprinkle Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 3.50 (6 x 10: ৳ 210.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 35.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Rabeprazole sodium |
| Company | Somatec pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of active duodenal ulcer
- Treatment of active benign gastric ulcer
- Treatment of erosive or ulcerative gastro-esophageal reflux disease
- Gastro-esophageal reflux disease long-term management
- Treatment of Zollinger-Ellison syndrome
- Eradication of Helicobacter pylori in patients with peptic ulcer disease
Pharmacology
- Suppresses gastric acid secretion by inhibiting the gastric H+/K+-ATPase at the secretory surface of the gastric parietal cell
Dosage
- Recommended oral doses for different indications
- Duration of treatment for various conditions
Administration
- Tablets should be taken in the morning, before eating
- Tablets should be swallowed whole and not chewed or crushed
Interaction
- Potential interaction with compounds whose absorption is pH dependent
- Possible decrease in plasma levels with co-administration of certain compounds
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to the active substance or any of the excipients
- Contra-indicated in pregnancy and during breastfeeding
Side Effects
- Common side effects including headache, diarrhea, abdominal pain, vomiting, constipation
- Other possible side effects such as dry mouth, changes in appetite, muscle pain, drowsiness, dizziness
Pregnancy & Lactation
- US FDA pregnancy category 'C'
- No adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women
Precautions & Warnings
- Possibility of gastric or esophageal malignancy should be excluded prior to treatment
- Regular surveillance for patients on long-term treatment
- Potential increase in risk of hip, wrist and spine fractures with high doses and long durations
- Risk of cross-hypersensitivity reactions with other proton pump inhibitor
- Importance of proper administration of the tablets
- Possible occurrence of blood dyscrasias and hepatic enzyme abnormalities
Use in Special Populations
- No dosage adjustment necessary for patients with renal or hepatic impairment
- Not recommended for use in children due to lack of data on safety and efficacy
Overdose Effects
- Effects of overdose are minimal and reversible
- No specific antidote known
Therapeutic Class
- Proton Pump Inhibitor
Storage Conditions
- Keep below 30°C temperature, away from light and moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular formula: C18H21N3O3S
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Compound Summary
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