The following information is an educational aid only. It is not intended as medical advice for individual conditions or treatments. Talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist before following any medical regimen to see if it is safe and effective for you.
Pronunciation
(ra BE pray zole)
Pharmacologic Category
Proton Pump Inhibitor
Substituted Benzimidazole
U.S. Brand Names
AcipHex®
Canadian Brand Names
AcipHex®, Novo-Rabeprazole EC, Pariet®, PMS-Rabeprazole, Ran-Rabeprazole, Sandoz-Rabeprazole
Mexican Brand Names
Pariet
What key warnings should I know about before taking this medicine?
This medicine does not mix well with some medicines. Serious reactions may occur. Check all medicines with healthcare provider.
Reasons not to take this medicine
* If you have an allergy to rabeprazole or any other part of this medicine.
* Tell healthcare provider if you are allergic to any medicine. Make sure to tell about the allergy and how it affected you. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other symptoms involved.
What is this medicine used for?
* This medicine is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease.
* This medicine is used to prevent or treat gastrointestinal ulcers caused by infection.
* This medicine is used to treat syndromes caused by huge amounts of stomach acid.
How does it work?
• Rabeprazole prevents symptoms and damage to the gastrointestinal tract caused by stomach acid or infection.
How is it best taken?
* Take this medicine at a similar time of day.
* Take this medicine 30 minutes before the first meal of the day.
* Swallow whole. Do not chew, break, or crush.
What do I do if I miss a dose? (does not apply to patients in the hospital)
* Take a missed dose as soon as possible.
* If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular schedule.
* Do not take a double dose or extra doses.
* Do not change dose or stop medicine. Talk with healthcare provider.
What are the precautions when taking this medicine?
* If you have liver disease, talk with healthcare provider.
* Check medicines with healthcare provider. This medicine may not mix well with other medicines.
* Avoid alcohol (includes wine, beer, and liquor).
* Tell healthcare provider if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant.
* Tell healthcare provider if you are breast-feeding.
What are some possible side effects of this medicine?
• Headache.
What should I monitor?
* Change in condition being treated. Is it better, worse, or about the same?
* Follow up with healthcare provider.
Reasons to call healthcare provider immediately
* If you suspect an overdose, call your local poison control center or emergency department immediately.
* Signs of a life-threatening reaction. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; fits; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.
* Severe dizziness or passing out.
* Severe belly pain.
* Unusual bruising or bleeding.
* Any rash.
* No improvement in condition or feeling worse.
How should I store this medicine?
* Store at room temperature.
* Protect from moisture. Do not store in a bathroom or kitchen.
General statements
* If you have a life-threatening allergy, wear allergy identification at all times.
* Do not share your medicine with others and do not take anyone else’s medicine.
* Keep all medicine out of the reach of children and pets.
* Keep a list of all your medicines (prescription, natural products, supplements, vitamins, over-the-counter) with you. Give this list to healthcare provider (doctor, nurse, nurse practitioner, pharmacist, physician assistant).
* Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or in Canada to Health Canada’s Canada Vigilance Program at 1-866-234-2345.
* Talk with healthcare provider before starting any new medicine, including over-the-counter, natural products, or vitamins.
Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
