Uses / Indications 

• Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) — Helps with heartburn, acid reflux, and regurgitation
• Erosive Oesophagitis heals damage to the food pipe caused by acid.
• Gastric Ulcer - Cures stomach ulcers
• Duodenal Ulcer: This medicine treats ulcers in the upper intestine.
• Helicobacter pylori Infection — Used alongside antibiotics to get rid of the infection
• Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome — Keeps the body from making too much acid

 How It Works

• Rabeprazole is in Rabeloc 20 mg. It stops the proton pump in stomach cells from making acid. It helps with symptoms, speeds up the healing of ulcers, and stops more acid damage by lowering acid production.

 How to Use

• Take as your doctor says to
• Usually taken once a day
• Best taken in the morning, 30 to 60 minutes before a meal.
• Take the tablet with water and swallow it whole.
• Do not break, chew, or crush the tablet.
• Keep taking the course even if your symptoms get better.

Side Effects

• Side effects that happen a lot
• Headache
• Feeling sick or throwing up
• Diarrhea
• Pain in the stomach
• Gas
• Dizzy
• Side effects that are rare but serious (long-term use)
• Not enough vitamin B12
• Low amounts of magnesium
• Higher chance of breaking bones
• Problems with the liver or kidneys (rare)
• If the side effects don't go away or get worse, see a doctor.

Pregnancy Interaction

• Only if absolutely necessary should Rabeloc 20 mg be taken during pregnancy.
• There isn't much information available about safety in pregnant women.
• Always talk to a doctor before using it while pregnant.

Medicine Interaction

• Rabeloc could interact with:
• Antiretroviral drugs, like rilpivirine
• Warfarin - Higher chance of bleeding
• Methotrexate - More poisonous
• Ketoconazole and Itraconazole—less absorption
• Iron supplements—less absorption
• Always tell your doctor about all the drugs you are taking.

Expert Advice

• Every day, take the tablet at the same time.
• Stay away from alcohol, smoking, spicy foods, and foods that are high in fat.
• Don't stop taking the medicine all at once without talking to a doctor beforehand.
• A doctor should keep an eye on long-term use.
• Tell your doctor if you have liver illness, osteoporosis, or poor vitamin levels.

Faq For Medicine

Q1. When does Rabeloc start to work?
It normally starts working within an hour, although it can take a few days to feel completely well.

Q2: Is it okay to take it on an empty stomach?
Yes, it works best if you take it before meals.

Q3: Is it okay to consume antacids with Rabeloc?
Yes, but leave at least two hours between them.

Q4. Is it safe to use Rabeloc for a long time?
Long-term use should only be done with the help of a doctor.

Q5. Can I drink alcohol while I'm on Rabeloc?
You shouldn't drink alcohol since it makes stomach acid worse.