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Rabsig 20mg Tablet

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Rabsig 20mg Tablet

It is prescribed for gastroesophageall reflux disease (GERD), Zollinger-Ellison (gastric acid hyper secretion) syndrome and duodenal ulcer.

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How is R 20 useful in the treatment of H. pylori infection?

R 20 is used along with antibiotics for the treatment of H.Pylori infection. It works by decreasing stomach acid volume and decreasing breakdown and washout of antibiotics leading to an increased antibiotic concentration and tissue penetration. It also helps in the symptomatic relief by decreasing associated acidity, reflux, and heartburn.

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Is it safe to use Rabsig for a long period of time?

Rabsig should be used for as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor. Rabsig is usually considered to be safe when taken in the recommended dose and duration. If Rabsig is used for more than 3 months, certain long term side effects may be seen. The most important of these is low magnesium levels in your blood which may make you feel tired, confused, dizzy, shaky or dizzy. You may also have muscle twitches or irregular heartbeat. If the use is further prolonged for more than a year, you may have an increased risk of bone fractures, stomach infections, subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus, osteoporosis, and vitamin B12 deficiency.

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What is Rabsig used for?

Rabsig is used for the treatment of stomach and intestinal ulcers (gastric and duodenal ulcers), reflux esophagitis or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It works by reducing the amount of acid made by your stomach and thus relieves your symptoms. Rabsig also prevents acidity associated with use of painkillers and stress ulcers in critically ill people. It is also used to treat a disease associated with excessive acid production in the stomach known as Zollinger Ellison syndrome (ZES).

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Does Rabsig cause bone problems?

Yes, long term use of Rabsig can cause thinning of bones, which is called osteoporosis. Rabsig decreases the calcium absorption leading to calcium deficiency, and increases the risk of bone fractures of hip, wrist or spine. Take an adequate amount of calcium in your diet or take the supplements as advised by your doctor to avoid any bone problems.

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How is Rabsig useful in the treatment of H. pylori infection?

Rabsig is used along with antibiotics for the treatment of H.Pylori infection. It works by decreasing stomach acid volume and decreasing breakdown and washout of antibiotics leading to an increased antibiotic concentration and tissue penetration. It also helps in the symptomatic relief by decreasing associated acidity, reflux, and heartburn.

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Can I take Rabsig with vitamin D?

Yes, vitamin D can be taken along with Rabsig. Vitamin D is generally advised to be taken as a supplement with Rabsig as the long term use of Rabsig decreases the absorption of calcium and may lead to calcium deficiency. This can lead to osteoporosis (thinning of bones) and increase the risk of bone fractures like hip, wrist and spine fractures. Please consult your doctor to know about ways to prevent this.

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Published At: Oct 19, 2023

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Sources

  • https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a699060.html https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/rabeprazole/common-questions-about-rabeprazole/

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