Carnipro 20 mg Capsule

Carnipro 20 mg Capsule contains 20 mg of rabeprazole in each capsule. Rabeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) used to lower the amount of acid your stomach makes. Carnipro 20 mg Capsule is used for acid-related conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), erosive esophagitis, and stomach or duodenal ulcers. It may also be used with other medicines to treat H. pylori infection.

How it works: Rabeprazole in Carnipro 20 mg Capsule works by blocking the acid pumps in the lining of the stomach. This helps reduce stomach acid production, which can ease heartburn, allow ulcers to heal, and protect irritated food pipe tissue.

Carnipro 20 mg Capsule is a full-strength rabeprazole capsule, so it is typically used when a doctor wants standard acid suppression rather than a lower-strength option. Because it contains 20 mg in each capsule, it is suitable for many adults who need once-daily treatment, but the exact plan depends on the condition being treated and how severe symptoms are.

• GERD and frequent heartburn
• Erosive esophagitis
• Stomach ulcer treatment
• Duodenal ulcer treatment
• Part of H. pylori eradication therapy

• Take Carnipro 20 mg Capsule exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Swallow the capsule whole with water; do not crush, chew, or open it unless your pharmacist or doctor specifically tells you to.
• It is usually taken before a meal, often before breakfast, because food can affect when it works best.
• If your prescription includes other medicines for H. pylori, take them at the same times each day as directed.
• Do not take extra capsules to make up for a missed dose; take the next dose when it is due unless your doctor advises otherwise.

Each Carnipro 20 mg Capsule provides 20 mg of rabeprazole. The dose may be taken once daily for many conditions, but your doctor may adjust the schedule based on your diagnosis and response. The maximum daily amount depends on the condition being treated and the full treatment plan, so only your prescriber should decide the dose.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Rabeprazole may include:

• Headache
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Stomach pain
• Gas
• Constipation
• Dizziness

• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney disease, osteoporosis, or low magnesium.
• Long-term use of rabeprazole may increase the risk of bone fractures, vitamin B12 deficiency, or low magnesium.
• Seek medical advice if you have trouble swallowing, vomiting blood, black stools, or unexplained weight loss.
• If you are taking blood thinners or medicines for heart problems, your doctor should review them before you start Carnipro 20 mg Capsule.
• Rabeprazole can reduce stomach acid enough to change how some medicines absorb, so do not start new medicines without checking first.
• Avoid using more than prescribed, since higher acid suppression can increase side-effect risk.
• If you feel dizzy, use caution when driving or doing tasks that require alertness until you know how the capsule affects you.

• Warfarin and other blood thinners
• Methotrexate
• Digoxin
• Ketoconazole or itraconazole
• Atazanavir or other medicines that need stomach acid to absorb

Store Carnipro 20 mg Capsule in its original strip or box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and direct light.