Rabalkem 20 mg Tablet

Rabalkem 20 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that contains rabeprazole 20 mg in each tablet. It belongs to a group called proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), which reduce the amount of acid your stomach makes. Rabalkem 20 mg Tablet is used to treat acid-related conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), erosive esophagitis, stomach ulcers, and other problems caused by too much stomach acid. This tablet is taken by mouth and is intended for use when a clinician has decided that rabeprazole 20 mg is appropriate.

How it works: Rabeprazole in Rabalkem 20 mg Tablet blocks the acid pumps in the lining of the stomach. This lowers stomach acid production for a longer period, which can help relieve heartburn and give damaged tissue time to heal.

Rabalkem 20 mg Tablet is a full-strength rabeprazole tablet, commonly used when a doctor wants the standard adult dose rather than a lower starting amount. Because each tablet already contains 20 mg, it is not meant to be split into a smaller strength unless your prescriber specifically instructs you to do so. Doctors may choose Rabalkem 20 mg Tablet when symptoms are persistent, when healing of acid damage is needed, or when a maintenance dose is appropriate.

• GERD and frequent heartburn
• Erosive esophagitis
• Peptic ulcer disease
• Acid-related indigestion
• Conditions requiring reduced stomach acid

• Swallow Rabalkem 20 mg Tablet whole with water; do not crush, chew, or split it unless your doctor or pharmacist tells you to.
• Take it before a meal, usually before breakfast, unless your prescriber gives a different schedule.
• Try to take each dose at the same time every day to keep the effect steady.
• If you also use antacids, ask your clinician when to take them so they do not interfere with your treatment plan.
• Do not take extra tablets to treat sudden heartburn unless your doctor says it is okay; this tablet is for regular treatment, not immediate relief.

Each Rabalkem 20 mg Tablet provides 20 mg of rabeprazole. Depending on the condition being treated, it may be taken once daily and, in some cases, other schedules may be used only if a doctor specifically prescribes them; the maximum daily dose should be determined by your prescriber. Do not change the dose or stop the medicine on your own, even if you feel better.

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

Common side effects of Rabeprazole may include:

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

• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney disease, low magnesium, or a history of bone fractures before using Rabalkem 20 mg Tablet.
• Long-term use of proton pump inhibitors may raise the risk of vitamin B12 deficiency, low magnesium, or bone loss in some people.
• If you have chest pain, trouble swallowing, vomiting blood, or black stools, get medical help right away rather than relying on this tablet alone.
• Rabeprazole can mask symptoms of more serious stomach problems, so ongoing or worsening symptoms need medical review.
• Tell your clinician about all medicines you take, especially if you use blood thinners or medicines that depend on stomach acid for absorption.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, use Rabalkem 20 mg Tablet only under medical advice.
• This tablet may cause dizziness in some people, so use caution when driving or operating machinery until you know how it affects you.

• Warfarin and other blood thinners
• Digoxin
• Methotrexate
• Ketoconazole or itraconazole
• Medicines whose absorption depends on stomach acid, such as certain HIV or antifungal medicines

Store Rabalkem 20 mg Tablet in a cool, dry place at room temperature in the original strip/box, away from moisture and out of reach of children.