Aciphex is called Pariet in UK.
Information About Aciphex (Rabeprazole)
Rabeprazole medicine, sold under the brand name Aciphex. Rabeprazole is used to treat the of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in adults and children 12+ years. It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes, which helps relieve symptoms like heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and persistent cough.
Rabeprazole belongs to a class of medications called proton-pump inhibitors, which work by decreasing the amount of acid made in the stomach.
Product Highlights
- Effective for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) symptoms in adults and children 12+.
- Helps heal and prevent damage to the esophagus caused by acid reflux.
- Treats conditions like Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, where the stomach produces too much acid.
- Treats stomach and intestinal ulcers.
- Combined with other medications to eliminate H. pylori, a bacteria causing ulcers.
- Decreases stomach acid production to relieve and prevent acid-related issues.
Key Ingredients
- Rabeprazole
- Dexlansoprazole (Dexilant)
- Esomeprazole (Nexium, in Vimovo)
- Lansoprazole (Prevacid)
- Omeprazole (Prilosec, in Talicia, in Zegerid)
- Pantoprazole (Protonix)
Key Benefits
- Relieves Heartburn
- Helps heal the damage caused by acid reflux
- Prevents recurrence of esophageal damage by controlling stomach acid production.
- Treats Excess Acid Production.
- Heals stomach and intestinal ulcers.
- Improves swallowing & decreases persistent cough.
Direction For Use
- The tablet is taken by mouth with water once daily. When used to treat ulcers medicine should be taken after the morning meal.
Safety Concern
- Store the medication in a tightly closed container, & store in the room their room temperature is lower than 25 C.
- Unneeded medications should be disposed of properly to prevent consumption by pets, children, and others.
Side Effects
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Gas
- Sore throat
Avoid taking Aciphex (Rabeprazole) If:
- Medicine packaging is damaged or expired.
- You are allergic to rabeprazole or any other ingredients in the medication.
- You are pregnant or breastfeeding without medical advice.
- You have a history of liver disease (consult your doctor first).
- You have low magnesium levels or osteoporosis (consult your doctor first).
- You are taking other medications that interact with rabeprazole (consult your doctor for a list).
