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Pariet TM

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Active ingredients: rabeprazole

Brand name

(ARTG)

: PARIET rabeprazole sodium 20mg tablet blister pack

Download the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet

Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website

What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

Pariet is indicated for treatment and prevention of relapse of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease; symptomatic treatment gastro-oesophageal reflux disease; treatment of duodenal ulcers; treatment of gastric ulcers. Patients whose gastric and duodenal ulceration is not associated with ingestion of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) usually require treatment with antimicrobial agents in addition to antisecretory drugs whether on first presentation or on recurrence. Pariet is also indicated, in combination with clarithromycin and amoxycillin, for eradication of Helicobacter pylori in patients with peptic ulcer disease or chronic gastritis; and healing of peptic ulcers in patients with Helicobacter pylori associated ulcers.

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine contains one component only.

Component :

  • Tablet, enteric coated
  • Oral
  • Light yellow film coated biconvex tablets marked "E243".

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store below 25 degrees Celsius
  • Do not Refrigerate
  • Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.

  • 28 tablets pack
  • 30 tablets pack
  • 7 tablets pack

Over 65 ?

(AHT)

This medicine contains the active ingredients:

If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?

(AHT)

For the active ingredient rabeprazole

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.

Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

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