Zebra 20mg Tablet
Zebra 20mg Tablet
It is prescribed for gastroesophageall reflux disease (GERD), Zollinger-Ellison (gastric acid hyper secretion) syndrome and duodenal ulcer.
Related Faqs
Can I take antacids along with Zebra?
Yes, you can take antacids along with Zebra. Take it 2 hours before or after you take Zebra.
Can long term use of Zebra cause magnesium deficiency?
Long-term use of Zebra can lower magnesium levels in patients taking multiple daily doses for 3 months or longer. Get your magnesium levels checked at regular intervals. Tell your doctor if you experience seizures (fits), dizziness, abnormal or fast heartbeat, jitteriness, jerking movements or shaking (tremors), muscle weakness, spasms of the hands and feet, cramps, muscle aches.
What is Zebra used for?
Zebra 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. Zebra 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).
Is it safe to use Zebra for a long period of time?
Zebra should be used for as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor. Zebra is usually considered to be safe when taken in the recommended dose and duration. If Zebra 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.
Does Zebra cause bone problems?
Yes, long term use of Zebra can cause thinning of bones, which is called osteoporosis. Zebra 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.
Can I take Zebra with vitamin D?
Yes, vitamin D can be taken along with Zebra. Vitamin D is generally advised to be taken as a supplement with Zebra as the long term use of Zebra 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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Zebra 20mg Tablet
Prescription Required
Packaging :
strip of 10 tablets
Manufacturer :
Medispan LtdComposition :
Rabeprazole (20mg)MRP :
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