Rabeprazole 20 mg + Levosulpiride 75 mg (Sustained Release) Capsule
Levosulpiride Rabeprazole Capsule is used for Gastric acidity, Gastroesophageal reflux disease, Depression, Stomach ulcers, Irritable bowel syndrome, Mental disorder, Frequent persistent heartburn, Dyspepsia, Indigestion, Gastro-intestinal reflux and other conditions. Levosulpiride Rabeprazole Capsule may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Levosulpiride Rabeprazole Capsule contains Levosulpiride and Rabeprazole as active ingredients.
Levosulpiride Rabeprazole Capsule works by decreasing the level of chemical compound present in the brain; blocking the activity of the proton pumps in the stomach wall;
Detailed information related to Levosulpiride Rabeprazole Capsule’s uses, composition, dosage, side effects and reviews is listed below.
Dosage
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- Do not use more than prescribed dose. Taking more medication will not improve your symptoms; rather they may cause poisoning or serious side-effects. If you suspect that you or anyone else who may have overdosed of Levosulpiride Rabeprazole Capsule, please go to the emergency department of the closest hospital or nursing home. Bring a medicine box, container, or label with you to help doctors with necessary information.
- Do not give your medicines to other people even if you know that they have the same condition or it seems that they may have similar conditions. This may lead to overdosage.
- Please consult your physician or pharmacist or product package for more information.
Precautions
Before using Levosulpiride Rabeprazole Capsule, inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products (e.g. vitamins, herbal supplements, etc.), allergies, pre-existing diseases, and current health conditions (e.g. pregnancy, upcoming surgery, etc.). Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side-effects of the drug.
- Do not drive or operate machinery
- Have absence of periods, abnormal milk secretion or changes in sexual desire, fever, or muscle stiffness
- Helps treat GERD or reflux
- May increase risk for lupus
- May increase risk for osteoporosis
- Notify doctor if taking atazanavir, nelfinavir, or rilpivirine
- Pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding
- Take calcium and vitamin D to prevent osteoporosis as directed by doctor
- Take this medication one hour before meal
Side effects
The following is a list of possible side-effects that may occur from all constituting ingredients of Levosulpiride Rabeprazole Capsule. This is not a comprehensive list. These side-effects are possible, but do not always occur. Some of the side-effects may be rare but serious. Consult your doctor if you observe any of the following side-effects, especially if they do not go away.
- Changes in sexual desire
- Abdominal pain
- Sore throat
- Weakness
- Gas
- Rash
- Infection
- Abnormal milk secretion
Drug interaction
If you use other drugs or over the counter products at the same time, the effects of Levosulpiride Rabeprazole Capsule may change. This may increase your risk for side-effects or cause your drug not to work properly. Tell your doctor about all the drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements you are using, so that you doctor can help you prevent or manage drug interactions. Levosulpiride Rabeprazole Capsule may interact with the following drugs and products:
- Aluminium and magnesium containing antacids
- Atazanavir
- Itraconazole
- Ketoconazole
- Sucralfate