Rapo 20 mg Capsule

Rapo 20 mg Capsule is a prescription medicine that contains 20 mg of rabeprazole in each capsule. It belongs to a class of drugs called proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), which reduce the amount of acid your stomach makes. Rapo 20 mg Capsule is used to treat acid-related conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), erosive esophagitis, and stomach or duodenal ulcers. It may also be used for other acid-related problems when a doctor decides this strength is appropriate.

How it works: Rabeprazole in Rapo 20 mg Capsule blocks the acid-producing pump in the stomach lining, so the stomach makes less acid. With less acid, irritated tissue has a better chance to heal and reflux symptoms such as heartburn may improve.

Rapo 20 mg Capsule is the standard adult-strength capsule form in this brand listing, and it is the full 20 mg rabeprazole dose in one capsule. Doctors may choose Rapo 20 mg Capsule when a patient needs a prescription-strength acid reducer that is taken by mouth in capsule form rather than a lower-dose or different formulation. Because this is a 20 mg strength, it is meant for people whose symptoms or diagnosis call for a clinically assessed dose rather than casual self-treatment.

• GERD and frequent heartburn
• Healing erosive esophagitis
• Treatment of stomach or duodenal ulcers
• Reduction of excess stomach acid
• Part of treatment plans for certain acid-related conditions

• Take Rapo 20 mg Capsule exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Swallow the capsule whole with water; do not crush, chew, or open it unless your prescriber or pharmacist specifically tells you to.
• Take it before a meal if your doctor instructs you to, because timing can affect how well it works.
• Try to take it at the same time each day for consistent acid control.
• 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 use it as a quick fix for sudden heartburn unless your doctor has told you to do so.

Each Rapo 20 mg Capsule provides 20 mg of rabeprazole. The usual schedule depends on the condition being treated, and it may be taken once daily or, in some cases, more often only if a doctor specifically prescribes that plan. The maximum daily amount should be set by the prescriber for your diagnosis, so do not change the dose on your own.

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

Common side effects of Rabeprazole may include:

• headache
• nausea
• abdominal pain
• diarrhea
• constipation
• gas
• dizziness

• Use Rapo 20 mg Capsule only if a clinician has checked that a 20 mg prescription PPI is appropriate for you.
• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, low magnesium, osteoporosis, or a history of vitamin B12 deficiency.
• Long-term use of rabeprazole can raise the risk of low magnesium, bone fractures, or certain nutrient deficiencies.
• If you have black stools, vomiting blood, trouble swallowing, or unexplained weight loss, seek medical care promptly rather than self-treating.
• Let your prescriber know if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning pregnancy.
• Avoid starting or stopping other acid medicines, antibiotics, or antifungals without checking for interactions.
• Use caution if you feel dizzy after taking it, especially when driving or doing tasks that require alertness.

• warfarin and other blood thinners
• digoxin
• methotrexate
• ketoconazole or itraconazole
• atazanavir or other medicines that need stomach acid for absorption

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