Rabchil 20 mg Tablet

Rabchil 20 mg Tablet contains 20 mg of rabeprazole in each tablet. It belongs to the proton pump inhibitor (PPI) class, which lowers the amount of acid your stomach makes. Rabchil 20 mg Tablet is used to treat acid-related conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), erosive esophagitis, and stomach or duodenal ulcers. A doctor may also prescribe it for other acid-related problems when acid suppression is needed.

How it works: Rabeprazole blocks the acid pump in the lining of the stomach, which helps reduce acid production. As a tablet, Rabchil 20 mg Tablet is swallowed and then absorbed so it can start lowering acid and give inflamed tissue time to heal.

Rabchil 20 mg Tablet is the standard tablet strength and is commonly used when a full adult dose of rabeprazole is needed. Because there are no other strengths or forms of this brand listed here, Rabchil 20 mg Tablet represents the main dosing option for this product and is chosen based on the condition being treated and how well a patient responds. It is not meant to be adjusted on your own.

• GERD and frequent heartburn
• Erosive esophagitis
• Stomach ulcer treatment
• Duodenal ulcer treatment
• Acid-related symptom control

• Swallow Rabchil 20 mg Tablet whole with water; do not crush, chew, or split it unless your doctor specifically tells you to.
• Take it before a meal, usually before the first meal of the day, unless your prescriber gives different directions.
• Try to take it at the same time each day so the medicine works consistently.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.
• Do not take more tablets than prescribed, even if symptoms continue, because the dose is set by your doctor.
• If your stomach is very upset or you cannot swallow tablets, ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice rather than changing how you take it.

Each Rabchil 20 mg Tablet provides 20 mg of rabeprazole. Depending on the condition and your response, it may be taken once daily, and in some cases a doctor may prescribe it more than once a day; the maximum daily amount should be set by the prescriber and should not be increased on your own. The exact dose and length of treatment for Rabchil 20 mg Tablet are individualized by a doctor.

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
• constipation
• gas or bloating
• dizziness

• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney disease, or a history of stomach ulcers or bleeding.
• Long-term use of rabeprazole can increase the risk of low magnesium, vitamin B12 deficiency, or bone-related problems in some people.
• Report new or worsening diarrhea right away, especially if it is severe or watery.
• If you are taking clopidogrel, warfarin, methotrexate, or digoxin, your prescriber may need to monitor you more closely.
• Use caution if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and only take it if your doctor says it is appropriate.
• Do not use Rabchil 20 mg Tablet to treat sudden chest pain or symptoms that could be a heart problem.
• Avoid taking extra over-the-counter acid reducers without checking with a pharmacist or doctor.

• clopidogrel
• warfarin
• methotrexate
• digoxin
• certain antifungal medicines such as ketoconazole or itraconazole

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