Rabeprazole - 20 MG (Alu Alu) (RABCAP/RABLI/RIPRA)

Rabeprazole is used to treat various gastrointestinal(GI) conditions which includes:-

Heartburn and other symptoms are related to gastroesophageal reflux disease(GRED). It occurs when acid in your stomach reserves into the esophagus(the tube that connects the mouth to the stomach). This can cause a burning feeling in the chest or throat, burping, or a sore taste in the mouth.

Duodenal ulcers(sores in the first part of the small intestine), including ulcers that are caused by the bacteria known as H.Pylori.

Conditions that cause the stomach to make excess acid. These include a rare condition called Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.

Some common side effects of rabeprazole are not experiencing by everyone. But if the mild side effects occur they will go within a few days or when your body used to it. If don’t go away then consult your doctor. Side effects are as follow:-

Sore throat

Headache

Pain in the abdomen(stomach area)

Gas

Infection

Constipation

Diarrhea

Some side effects happen due to the low levels of magnesium which is a mineral. Symptoms are:-

Irregular or fast heartbeat

Seizures

Dizziness

Muscle weakness

Jitteriness

Tremors(jerking movements or shaking)

Spasms of hands and feet

Cramps or muscle aches

Serve diarrhea which is caused by infection with C. difficile. Symptoms are:-

Stomach pain

Fever

Watery stool

Cutaneous lupus erythematosus(CLE). Symptoms are:-

Rash on skin and nose

Raised, scaly, red, purple, or red rash, on your body

The systemic lupus erythematosus(SLE). Symptoms are:-

Fever

Weight loss

Blood clots

Tiredness

Heartburn

The way to take this medicine is oral which means it can be taken by mouth.

Store this medicine in a dry place

Store below 25 degree celsius

Shelf lifetime is 3 years

You should seek medical help in relation to medicine and always use it as it is prescribed by a healthcare professional.