Prabez TM
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Active ingredients: rabeprazole
Brand name
(ARTG)
: RABEPRAZOLE ALPHAPHARM rabeprazole sodium 20 mg enteric-coated tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
RABEPRAZOLE ALPHAPHARM is indicated for: ,? Treatment and prevention of relapse of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease ,? Symptomatic treatment of 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. ,RABEPRAZOLE ALPHAPHARM is also indicated, in combination with clarithromycin and amoxycillin, for: ,? Eradication of Helicobacter pylori in patients with peptic ulcer disease or chronic gastritis ,? 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
- A yellow, film-coated, round, biconvex tablet imprinted with R4 in black ink on one side of the tablet and blank on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Protect from Moisture
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 18 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 2 tablets pack
- 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
