Question 1

What is Rabeprazole used for?

Accepted Answer

Stomach ulcer, heartburn (acid reflux), chest burn from stomach acid (GERD), too much stomach acid (Zollinger-Ellison syndrome), used alongside antibiotics to treat stomach infections caused by H. pylori bacteria

Question 2

How do you take Rabeprazole?

Accepted Answer

Take one 20 mg tablet once daily, usually in the morning before eating. Swallow the tablet whole with water — do not crush, chew, or break it. For stomach ulcers, your doctor may ask you to take it for 4 to 8 weeks. For heartburn or acid reflux, treatment is usually 4 to 8 weeks.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Rabeprazole?

Accepted Answer

Headache, stomach pain or gas, diarrhoea, nausea or feeling like you want to vomit, dizziness

Question 4

Who should not take Rabeprazole?

Accepted Answer

People who are allergic to rabeprazole or similar drugs like omeprazole and esomeprazole, people taking HIV drugs like rilpivirine or atazanavir, and anyone with severe liver problems should not take this drug without a doctor's guidance.

Question 5

Is Rabeprazole safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Rabeprazole is not proven safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding — consult your doctor before using it if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

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