Roppi 20 mg Tablet

Roppi 20 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that contains 20 mg of rabeprazole in each tablet. It belongs to a class of medicines called proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), which reduce the amount of acid your stomach makes. Roppi 20 mg Tablet is used to treat acid-related conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), heartburn, and stomach or duodenal ulcers, and it may also be used in other acid suppression plans directed by a doctor.

How it works: Rabeprazole in Roppi 20 mg Tablet blocks the stomach’s acid-producing pump, so less acid is released into the stomach. Because it is a tablet taken by mouth, it works after being absorbed and then helps calm acid-related irritation over time.

Roppi 20 mg Tablet is the standard adult tablet strength and is commonly used when a doctor wants full acid suppression from the first prescribed dose. Since there are no other strengths or forms listed for this brand, this 20 mg tablet is the exact product being used for treatment, and your prescriber will decide whether it is the right dose based on your condition and response.

• GERD and frequent heartburn
• Erosive esophagitis
• Stomach ulcers
• Duodenal ulcers
• Acid reflux symptom control
• Part of H. pylori treatment plans with other medicines

• Swallow the Roppi 20 mg Tablet whole with water; do not crush, chew, or split it unless your doctor or pharmacist specifically says to.
• Take it at the same time each day, usually before a meal if your prescriber advises it.
• Follow the exact schedule your doctor gives you; do not take extra tablets to treat sudden heartburn unless told to do so.
• 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 this tablet as an immediate rescue medicine for chest pain or sudden severe symptoms.
• Keep using it for the full prescribed course even if symptoms improve.

Each Roppi 20 mg Tablet provides 20 mg of rabeprazole per tablet. Your doctor may prescribe it once daily, and in some conditions it may be taken more than once daily, but the maximum number of tablets per day depends on the reason for treatment and your prescriber’s instructions.

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

Common side effects of Rabeprazole may include:

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

• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, low magnesium, or a history of osteoporosis or fractures.
• Long-term use of Roppi 20 mg Tablet may increase the risk of bone loss, low magnesium, or vitamin B12 deficiency.
• Get medical help right away if you have trouble swallowing, vomiting blood, black stools, or unexplained weight loss.
• If you take this medicine for more than a short period, your doctor may monitor you for side effects and treatment response.
• This tablet may mask symptoms of more serious stomach disease, so persistent pain should be checked by a clinician.
• Tell your prescriber about all medicines you take, including over-the-counter acid reducers and supplements.
• Use caution if you feel dizzy or unwell after taking it; avoid driving until you know how it affects you.

• Warfarin and other blood thinners
• Methotrexate
• Digoxin
• Certain HIV medicines that need stomach acid for absorption
• Ketoconazole or itraconazole

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