Rabeprazole (Systemic)
Brand Names : AcipHex
Proper Use of This MedicineSwallow the tablet whole. Do not crush, chew, or split
the tablet
. Take this medicine for the full time
of treatment, even if you begin to feel better
. Also, keep your appointments
with your doctor for check-ups so that your doctor will be better able to
tell you when to stop taking this medicine.
Dosing - The dose of rabeprazole will be different
for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or
the directions on the label
. The following information includes only
the average doses of rabeprazole. If your dose is different,
do not change it
unless your doctor tells you to do so. The number of doses you take each day and the length
of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you
are taking rabeprazole
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For oral
dosage form (delayed-release
tablet):
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To treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD):
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Adults - 20 mg once a day for 4 to 8 weeks.
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Children up to 18 years of age - Use and dose must be determined
by your doctor
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To prevent gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD):
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Adults - 20 mg once a day.
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Children up to 18 years of age - Use and dose must be determined
by your doctor
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To treat duodenal ulcers:
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Adults - 20 mg once a day after the morning meal for up to 4
weeks.
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Children up to 18 years of age - Use and dose must be determined
by your doctor.
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To treat conditions in which the stomach produces too much acid:
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Adults - At first, 60 mg once a day. Your doctor may increase
your dose if needed.
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Children up to 18 years of age - Use and dose must be determined
by your doctor.
Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it
as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip
the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double
doses.
Storage - To store this medicine:
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Keep out of the reach of children.
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Store away from heat and direct light.
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Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other
damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down.
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Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Ask your
health care professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not
use. Be sure that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.
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