Aciphex online

Generic name:

rabeprazole (rah BEH prah zole)

Drug class:

Rabeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI).

Brand names:

Aciphex

Manufacturer:

Eisai

Item info:

ACIPHEX (rabeprazole sodium) is a prescription drug that inhibits gastric acid secretion in your stomach. It aids in the treatment and relief of patients with erosive or ulcerative gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD or frequent heartburn) and duodenal ulcers.

ACIPHEX is also administered in patients for the eradication of Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infections, and the long-term treatment of pathological hypersecretory conditions, including Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.

ACIPHEX is available in delayed-release tablets. You can buy ACIPHEX online through online pharmacies or online ordering systems like Euromedonline. If you need a prescription, you can fill out our prescription request form and a US-licensed physician will issue you with one.

Contraindications:

Do not take ACIPHEX without informing your doctor of your sensitivity to its formulation: (active) rabeprazole sodium; (inactive) carnauba wax, crospovidone, diacetylated monoglycerides, ethylcellulose, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose phthalate, magnesium stearate, mannitol, sodium hydroxide, sodium stearyl fumarate, talc, titanium dioxide, and yellow ferric oxide as a coloring agent.

Do not take ACIPHEX without first talking to your doctor if you have any of the following conditions:

• Pregnant.
• Breastfeeding.
• Liver disease.

The existence of these conditions may require your doctor to prohibit, make a dosage adjustment or call for special monitoring while taking ACIPHEX.

Rabeprazole is in the FDA pregnancy category B, which means that it is not expected to harm an unborn baby, or whether it has adverse reactions to nursing infants.

Interactions:

Do not take ACIPHEX (rabeprazole sodium) without first talking to your doctor if you are taking other prescription or over-the-counter medicines; including vitamins, minerals, and herbal supplements.

ACIPHEX may also interact with any of the following medicines:

• Ketoconazole
• Ampicillin
• Iron
• Digoxin
• Cyclosporine

There are no known restrictions on food, beverages, or activity while taking ACIPHEX, unless otherwise directed by your doctor.

Side effects:

Clinical studies show that ACIPHEX is well tolerated by the body. The most common side effect possibly related to treatment is headache. More serious side effects to ACIPHEX are uncommon.

If you develop allergic-type reactions, stop taking ACIPHEX and seek immediate medical attention.

Side effects other than those identified here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or bothersome.

Dosage:

Take ACIPHEX exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Frequency and dosage varies with type of condition. If you do not understand these directions, or if you would like to learn more about the medication you are taking, ask your pharmacist or nurse to explain them to you. You may also call 1.866.279.1400 for 24/7 customer support.

You can take ACIPHEX any time of the day, with or without food.

Do not break, chew, or split the tablets. Swallow them whole. They are specially formulated to release slowly in your body.

Do not stop taking ACIPHEX even if you begin to feel better. Symptoms may improve before the condition is fully treated.

Storage:

Store ACIPHEX between 15-30°C (59-86°F). Protect from moisture.

More information:

http://www.aciphex.com/

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