Xorel 20 Tablet20mg
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The Ibn Sina Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd.
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| Alcohol | CAUTION Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Xorel 20 Tablet. Please consult your doctor. |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Xorel 20 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the de... View More |
| Breastfeeding | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Xorel 20 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby... View More |
| Driving | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR It is not known whether Xorel 20 Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate... View More |
| Kidney | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Xorel 20 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Xorel 20 Tablet is recommended. |
| Liver | CAUTION Xorel 20 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Xorel 20 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your... View More |
Introduction
Xorel 20 Tablet is a medicine that reduces the amount of acid produced in your stomach. It is used for treating acid-related diseases of the stomach and... View More
Uses of Xorel 20 Tablet
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)
- Peptic ulcer disease
Side effects of Xorel 20 Tablet
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Flatulence
- Headache
- Nausea
- Sore throat
- Stomach pain
- Vomiting
How to use Xorel 20 Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Xorel 20 Tablet is to be t... View More
How Xorel 20 Tablet works
Xorel 20 Tablet is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). It works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach which helps in relief of acid related indigesti... View More
What if you forget to take Xorel 20 Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Xorel 20 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back t... View More
- It is a well-tolerated medicine and provides relief for a long time.
- Avoid eating late at night or before bedtime.
- Inform your doctor if you get watery diarrhea, fever or stomach pain that does not go away.
- Inform your doctor if you do not feel better after taking it for 14 days as you may be suffering from some other problem that needs attention.
- Long-term use of Xorel 20 Tablet can cause weak bones and a deficiency of minerals such as magnesium. Take adequate dietary intake of calcium and magnes... View More
- Consult your doctor right away if you develop decreased urination, edema (swelling due to fluid retention), lower back pain, nausea, fatigue, and rash o... View More
Indication
Peptic ulcer disease, H. pylori infection, Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, Paediatric GERD
Administration
Administer with or without meals
Adult Dose
Oral Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease Adult: 20 mg daily for 4-8 wk. Maintenance: 10 or 20 mg/day. All doses to be taken once in the morning. Zoll... View More
Child Dose
Delayed-release capsule (sprinkles) <1 year: Safety and efficacy not established 1-11 years (<15 kg): 5 mg PO qDay 30 minutes before a meal, for up to... View More
Renal Dose
Renal impairment: No dosage adjustment needed.
Contraindication
Rabeprazole is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to Rabeprazole, other PPIs or to any component of the formulation.
Mode of Action
Rabeprazole is a PPI that suppresses gastric acid secretion by inhibiting H+/K+ ATPase at the secretory surface of the gastric parietal cell.
Precaution
Gastric malignancy should be ruled out. Severe hepatic impairment. Pregnancy and lactation. Monitoring Parameters Monitor Mg levels prior to initiation ... View More
Side Effect
1-10% Headache (2-10%),Constipation (2%),Diarrhea (2-5%),Flatulence (3%),Pain (3%),Pharyngitis (3%),Abdominal pain (4%) <1% Agitation,Agranulocytos... View More
Pregnancy Category Note
Risk Summary There are no available human data in pregnant women to inform drug associated risk; background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage... View More
Interaction
May decrease serum concentration of ketoconazole, itraconazole and clopidogrel. Increased risk of hypomagnesaemia w/ diuretics and digoxin. May increase... View More
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