Rabeprazole

Rabeprazole belongs to a class of medications called ‘proton pump inhibitors’. They work by reducing the amount of acid produced in the stomach.

Rabeprazole can effectively treat:

• gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD)
• peptic ulcers
• Zollinger-Ellison syndrome

You can buy Rabeprazole 10mg and 20mg tablets online from euroClinix if you have been prescribed this treatment by your doctor.

Stomach acid is produced by proton pumps in the cells lining your stomach. We need stomach acid to digest food, but too much can lead to heartburn and stomach pain.

Rabeprazole reduces the amount of acid your stomach produces, which prevents acid reflux and provides symptomatic relief.

How long does Rabeprazole take to work?

Symptoms usually improve after 2 to 3 days of taking the medication, but it can sometimes take up to four weeks to start working.

It is important that you take this medicine according to your doctor's instructions.

Rabeprazole is available from euroClinix as 10mg and 20mg tablets. Your doctor will decide the exact dose and advise how long to take them for depending on your condition and medical history.

A treatment course will usually last between 4-8 weeks. Your doctor may prescribe a longer-term treatment if you do not have inflammation of the oesophagus.

You should only remove a tablet from the blister strip just before you take the medication. Swallow each tablet whole with a glass of water.

If you are taking a tablet once a day, it should be taken in the morning before breakfast.

If you miss a dose, you should take it as soon as you remember, unless it is very close to your next dose. Do not take two doses at the same time to make up for a forgotten dose.

Seek immediate medical attention if you take more than you are supposed to.

For further information, read the patient leaflet enclosed with the medication.

Every medication comes with the risk of side effects, although not everybody experiences them.

The most common side effects are:

If you develop any serious side effects, or if any of the above side effects become particularly severe or long-lasting, stop taking this treatment and contact your doctor immediately.

For a full list of side effects, read the patient information leaflet.

You will need to have a current prescription from your doctor before buying this treatment from euroClinix.

It is important that you inform your doctor of all medications and supplements you are currently taking, as there may be an interaction.

You should not use this medication if you:

• have an allergy to any of the ingredients in this medication
• are pregnant or breastfeeding

You should inform your doctor before using this medication if you:

• have an allergy to other proton pump inhibitors
• are taking a medication containing atazanavir
• have severe liver problems
• have a stomach tumour
• have had an adverse skin reaction to a medication that reduces stomach acid in the past
• need to have an endoscopy
• have a vitamin B12 deficiency

Taking this medication for a period of over three months can lead to low levels of magnesium. You should tell your doctor immediately if you experience fatigue, disorientation, muscle spasms, or increased heart rate.

Proton pump inhibitors can increase the risk of bone fracture when taken over long periods of time. Inform your doctor if you have osteoporosis or if you are taking corticosteroids, as they may increase your risk of osteoporosis.

Please fill out your consultation accurately so that we can determine that this treatment is suitable for you.

The patient information leaflet contains a complete list of precautions and interactions.

You can buy Rabeprazole tablets online through euroClinix after completing an online consultation. During your consultation, you will need to provide some details about your medical history and any medications you are on so that our doctor can assess your suitability.

Once your consultation has been approved, your prescription will be sent to our UK pharmacy for dispatch. All orders come with free next-day or nominated day delivery so that you can get your medication right when you need it.

To buy Rabeprazole online, you will need to have already been prescribed this treatment by your GP.