Rabeprazole + Itopride

Last updated 18 Feb 2020 | 11:54 AM (UTC)

Rabeprazole + Itopride Uses

Rabeprazole+Itopride is used in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux) and peptic ulcer disease.

How Rabeprazole + Itopride works

Rabeprazole + Itopride is a combination of two medicines: Rabeprazole and Itopride. Rabeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). It works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach which helps in the relief of acid-related indigestion and heartburn. Itopride is a prokinetic which works on the region in the brain that controls vomiting. It also acts on the upper digestive tract to increase the movement of the stomach and intestines, allowing food to move more easily through the stomach.

Common side effects of Rabeprazole + Itopride

Diarrhea, Headache, Dizziness, Flatulence, Weakness, Nausea, Vomiting, Abdominal pain

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Medicine brands for Rabeprazole + Itopride

Razo

Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd

Systopic Laboratories Pvt Ltd

₹160 to ₹160

1 variant(s)

Rabium Plus

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹327 to ₹327

1 variant(s)

Rekool-IT

Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹453 to ₹453

1 variant(s)

Veloz IT

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Signova Pharma Pvt Ltd

Grandcure Healthcare Pvt Ltd

₹211 to ₹211

1 variant(s)

Expert advice for Rabeprazole + Itopride

You have been prescribed Rabeprazole + Itopride for the treatment of acidity and heartburn.
Take it one hour before the meal, preferably in the morning.
It is a well-tolerated medicine and provides relief for a long time.
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 can cause weak bones and deficiency of minerals such as magnesium. Take adequate dietary intake of calcium and magnesium or their supplements as prescribed by your doctor.