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Rabeprazole (ra-BE-pray-zole) is used to treat certain conditions in which there is too much acid in the stomach. It is used to treat duodenal ulcers and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a condition in which the acid in the stomach washes back up into the esophagus. Rabeprazole is also used to treat Zollinger-Ellison disease, a condition in which the stomach produces too much acid. Sometimes Rabeprazole is used along with antibiotics to treat ulcers associated with infection caused by the H. pylori bacteria (germ). Rabeprazole works by decreasing the amount of acid produced by the stomach. Rabeprazole is available only with your doctor's prescription. Oral Delayed-release tablet (U.S.)
Rabeprazole is used to treat conditions where the stomach produces too much acid, including ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Rabeprazole is used in combination with other medications to eliminate H. pylori Rabeprazole comes as a delayed-release (long-acting) tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken once a day for 4 to 8 weeks, but it is sometimes taken for a longer time. When taken for ulcers, Rabeprazole should be taken after the morning meal. When taken in combination with other medications to eliminate H. pyloriSwallow the tablets whole; do not split, chew, or crush them. Brand names: - AcipHex - Rabeprazole |