Rabeloc 20 Tablet

Rabeloc 20 Tablet is a rabeprazole tablet that contains 20 mg of rabeprazole in each tablet. It belongs to the proton pump inhibitor (PPI) class, which lowers stomach acid production. Rabeloc 20 Tablet is used to treat acid-related conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), heartburn, erosive esophagitis, and stomach or duodenal ulcers.

How it works: Rabeprazole in Rabeloc 20 Tablet blocks a proton pump in the stomach lining, which reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes. Because it is a tablet, the medicine is taken by mouth and must be swallowed whole so it can work properly after absorption.

Rabeloc 20 Tablet is the lower-strength option compared with Rabeloc 40 Tablet, so it may suit people who need standard acid suppression rather than a higher-dose regimen. Doctors may choose Rabeloc 20 Tablet when symptoms are milder, when maintenance treatment is needed, or when they want to start with a smaller dose before adjusting therapy.

• GERD and acid reflux
• Heartburn relief
• Healing erosive esophagitis
• Stomach ulcer treatment
• Duodenal ulcer treatment
• Reducing excess stomach acid

• Swallow Rabeloc 20 Tablet whole with water; do not crush, chew, or split it unless your doctor tells you to.
• Take it before meals, often before breakfast, for best effect.
• Take it at the same time each day if you are prescribed it regularly.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.
• Follow your doctor’s instructions exactly, because the right schedule depends on your condition and response to treatment.

Each Rabeloc 20 Tablet provides 20 mg of rabeprazole per tablet. The usual dosing schedule depends on the condition being treated and may be once daily, though some patients need a different plan; the doctor decides the exact dose and duration. Do not take more tablets per day than prescribed, even though a higher-strength option, Rabeloc 40 Tablet, is also available.

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

Common side effects of Rabeprazole may include:

• Headache
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Constipation
• Gas or bloating
• Dizziness or tiredness

• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney disease, or low magnesium.
• Long-term use of rabeprazole can increase the risk of vitamin B12 deficiency, bone fractures, or stomach infections in some people.
• Use caution if you are taking it for a long time, because acid suppression can mask symptoms of more serious stomach disease.
• If you have trouble swallowing tablets or have a history of ulcers or GI bleeding, tell your doctor before using Rabeloc 20 Tablet.
• Avoid starting or stopping other medicines, including over-the-counter acid reducers, without checking for interactions.
• Let your clinician know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking this tablet.
• This tablet does not relieve sudden chest pain, and heart-related symptoms need urgent medical evaluation.

• Warfarin and other blood thinners
• Methotrexate
• Digoxin
• Atazanavir or rilpivirine-containing medicines
• Other acid-reducing medicines, including some PPIs or H2 blockers

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