RABIDZOL-DSR

Uses of Enteric-coated Rabeprazole Sodium 20MG and Domperidone 30MG SR

Rabidzol-DSR capsules are an effective compound of two drugs: Rabeprazole sodium and Domperidone. In this efficacious fusion, Rabeprazole belongs to the group of medicines known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) that work by decreasing acid levels in the stomach, which helps with acid-related digestion and heartburn. On the other hand, Domperidone is an anti-emetic, which is a type of medicine that helps food pass through your digestive system more quickly.

It works by speeding up the passage of food from the food pipe to your stomach and intestines. This helps to regularize the digestion process. Furthermore, enteric coating on Rabeprazole Sodium and Domperidone prevents the drug from being digested in the stomach due to acidic pH and enzyme degradation, while also protecting the drug from the adverse effects of certain drugs.

Enteric-Coated Rabeprazole Sodium and Domperidone Are Used to Treat:

• Acidity
• Heartburn
• Gerd (Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease)
• Zollinger-Ellison syndrome (digestive disorder)
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Fullness
• Bloating
• Gas
• Weight loss
• Gastric ulcers

Precautions

• Tell your doctor if you have gastrointestinal hemorrhage or intestinal blockage before taking Rabeprazole sodium and Domperidone. capsules.
• As Rabeprazole sodium and Domperidone may increase the risk of bone fractures on long-term treatment, let your doctor know if you have osteoporosis.
• Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Rabeprazole sodium and Domperidone. Drinking alcohol will cause your stomach to produce more acid, which causes acid and heartburn.
• Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant; your doctor will only prescribe this medicine if the benefit outweighs the risks.
• If you are breastfeeding, please speak to your doctor first; your doctor will determine if or not you can take Rabeprazole sodium and Domperidone. as a breastfeeding mother.
• Patients with moderate-to-severe liver disease should not take this medicine. Patients with severe liver disease should consult their doctor first.
• If you already have liver problems, your doctor may need to adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a different dose depending on your condition.
• You may need to adjust your dose. If you have kidney problems or have any concerns about them, talk to your doctor before using Rabeprazole sodium and Domperidone.

Directions of Use 

• Take the medicine and continue the course as per your doctor’s instructions.
• The Rabidzol-DSR capsules should be taken 30–60 minutes before your meal.
• The tablet should be swallowed whole. 
• It can cause mouth irritation if crushed, chewed, or broken in the mouth.

Side Effects of Enteric-coated Rabeprazole Sodium and Domperidone

 If your doctor has prescribed this medicine to you, it means they have considered it more beneficial to treat your symptoms of sickness. Still, if the medicine causes some common side effects, you do not need to worry about that, as sometimes our body takes time to get adjusted to the medicine, and for that, we have to suffer from minor side effects for a short period.

• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Flatulence
• Weakness
• Nausea, Vomiting,
• Constipation
• Abdominal pain,
• Insomnia (difficulty sleeping)
• Cough
• Inflammation of the nose
• Pharyngitis (throat discomfort)
• Back pain

Make sure you do not feel discomfort or any of the symptoms for a longer time than they should. If you notice these side effects getting worse, kindly go to your healthcare specialist. 

Overdose

Do not take more or less than the quantity the doctor has suggested, as here are some signs and symptoms of incorrect quantity intake:

• Drowsiness
• Confusion
• Depression
• Altered consciousness 

Missed Dose

If you’ve forgotten to take any of your Rabeprazole and Domperidone, take them right away. If it’s time for your next dose, skip it and stick to your usual dosing schedule. Don’t take a double dose just to make up for a missed dose.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place, simply away from sunlight.
• Out of reach of children

Additional information

• Elevate the risk of acid reflux by avoiding clothes that are too tight, as tight garments can put too much pressure on your stomach. And avoid eating some food items like:
• High-fat foods.
• Spicy foods.
• Chocolate.
• Citrus fruits.
• Pineapple.
• Tomato.
• Garlic.
• Tea.
• Soda.
• Avoid sitting all the time, as it can cause acidity. Take a 5-minute break every hour to walk briskly or stretch.
• Rabeprazole sodium and Domperidone. can lead to dizziness. Therefore, you should not drive or perform any risky tasks. You may feel dizzy after taking this medication and be unable to concentrate properly.