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Rabeprazole is used for:
Treating heartburn or irritation of the esophagus caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It may be used for short-term treatment of ulcers of the small intestine. It may be used with certain antibiotics to treat ulcers of the small intestine and to help prevent them from coming back. It may be used to treat conditions that cause your body to make too much stomach acid (eg, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome). It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Rabeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor. It works by decreasing the amount of acid produced in the stomach.
Do NOT use Rabeprazole if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Rabeprazole or to similar medicines (eg, omeprazole)
- you are taking an HIV protease inhibitor (eg, atazanavir)
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
How to use Rabeprazole :
Use Rabeprazole as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Take Rabeprazole by mouth with or without food.
- Swallow Rabeprazole whole. Do not break, crush, or chew before swallowing.
- You may take antacids while you are taking Rabeprazole if you are directed to do so by your doctor.
- If you also take an imidazole antifungal (eg, ketoconazole), take it at least 2 hours before taking Rabeprazole .
- If you also take sucralfate, take Rabeprazole at least 30 minutes before taking sucralfate.
- Continue to take Rabeprazole even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
- If you miss a dose of Rabeprazole , take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Rabeprazole
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