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Razolmed contains the active ingredient Rabeprazole, which is used in the treatment of peptic ulcer healing and inhibition of gastric acid secretion. Below is detailed information about what Razolmed medicine treats and notes when using it.
1. What is Razolmed?
Razolmed belongs to the group of drugs for the gastrointestinal tract. The main ingredient of Razolmed is Rabeprazole sodium 20mg.
Rabeprazole is an inhibitor of H+, K+ and -ATPase. Rabeprazole has two main effects as follows:
Inhibition of gastric acid secretion: In some experiments conducted in rabbits, it was concluded that Rabeprazole sodium inhibits gastric acid secretion by stimulating gastric acid secretion. favors Dibutyl cyclic AMPs in the gastric gland. In another experiment in dogs and mice, the experts found that the inhibitory effect of rabeprazole on gastric acid secretion was also related to factors stimulated by histamine or pentagastrin. Once in the body, the anti-secretory activity of Rabeprazole sodium takes place faster, and the concentration of Gastrin in the blood of Rabeprazole is lower than that of other proton pump inhibitors. Anti-ulcer: In an experiment conducted on rats, it showed that Rabeprazole has strong anti-ulcer ability with many types of ulcers as well as different degrees of ulcers. On the other hand, the drug also helps to improve inflammatory lesions in the gastric mucosa very well, especially in cases of gastritis caused by stress, pyloric ligation or using Cysteamine.
2. What diseases does Razolmed treat?
Thanks to the main ingredient Rabeprazole, Razolmed is very effective in cases of peptic ulcers. The drug helps to improve the recovery of inflammatory conditions in the stomach and reduce the secretion of gastric acid.
Indications to use Razolmed in patients:
Have peptic ulcer. Patients with reflux esophagitis. Mouth ulcers. People with Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Razolmed is contraindicated in patients with a history of allergy or hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.
3. How to use Razolmed safely and effectively?
3.1. Dosage and use of the drug Razolmed Razomed is currently produced mainly in the form of film-coated tablets that dissolve well in the intestine. Therefore, the drug should be taken orally.
Medicines are packed in boxes, each box has 3 blisters, 10 blisters or 20 blisters, each blister contains 10 tablets.
Dosage of Razolmed:
For adults: Take 10mg/day. Depending on the severity of the disease to increase or decrease the dose of the drug accordingly, it can be increased to 20mg/day. In each disease, the duration of treatment with Razolmed is different. Specifically: Gastric ulcer or reflux esophagitis is treated for 6 to 12 weeks, duodenal ulcer is treated for 4 to 8 weeks. Currently, there are no specific data on the safety of the drug in children. Regarding the ingredient Rabeprazole, this active ingredient comes in both oral and injectable forms. Each type has a different dose and method of use. Specifically:
With oral drug Rabeprazole:
Treatment of gastroesophageal reflux: Take 1 tablet / time / day for 4 to 8 weeks. Continue for 8 weeks if needed. Duodenal ulcer: 1 tablet 20mg daily for 4 consecutive weeks. Zollinger-Ellison syndrome: Initial dose is 60mg/day and then adjust dose according to patient's response. Used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease with ulceration or erosion of the mucosa, it should be treated for 4 to 8 weeks with the recommended oral dose of 20 mg / time / day. This dose can be maintained after therapy if necessary. Cure duodenal ulcer is usually used for 4 weeks, 20mg / time / day after breakfast. Reduce the risk of duodenal ulcer recurrence in patients with Helicobacter infection by the use of rabeprazole in combination with antibiotics. With parenteral Rabeprazole:
Treatment of acute peptic ulcer: 20mg/time/day injection, then maintained at 10-20mg depending on the condition and severity of the disease. Treatment of gastroesophageal reflux syndrome: Inject 10-20mg/time/day. Treatment of Zollinger-Ellison syndrome: Initial dose of 60mg/day, then increase dose to a maximum of 60mg x 2 times/day. 3.2. Notes when using Razolmed Side effects may be encountered when using Razolmed:
The drug causes digestive disorders leading to constipation or diarrhea, feeling of heaviness in the abdomen, bloating. Headache, rash, urticaria on the skin. Experimental studies conducted on patients taking Razolmed showed that the drug has the ability to affect liver function and change the hematological parameters of patients. Some possible undesirable effects related to Rabeprazol ingredients include:
Allergic reactions, body weakness, chills, fatigue. Digestive disorders, belching, or dry mouth, poor appetite, sometimes rectal bleeding, black stools. Increased sensitivity to light, pain under the sternum. Easy to suffer from some inflammatory diseases such as mouth ulcer, glossitis, cholecystitis, colitis, pancreatitis... To limit the unwanted effects of the drug, when using Razolmed, it should be noted:
Using the drug Strictly follow the doctor's instructions, do not arbitrarily change the dose without consulting the doctor and other professionals. Drugs affecting liver function should be used with caution in patients with hepatic impairment. Use with caution in pregnant and lactating women. The drug increases the concentration of Digoxin in the blood due to an increase in gastric pH, and can prolong the metabolism and excretion of Phenytoin, so when taking it, it is necessary to closely monitor the patient. Take the drug should be left whole and taken directly, should not be crushed, chewed or broken. Razolmed is a film-coated drug that dissolves in the intestines, is not affected by food, so it can be taken during, before or after meals. To medicines out of reach of children. Currently there is not enough information on the use of the drug in children, so its use is not recommended. Do not share the drug with alcohol, tobacco or other stimulants. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not take a double dose after that to make up for the missed dose. If you have an overdose, immediately contact your doctor or the nearest medical center for advice and instructions for timely handling. Store medications according to the manufacturer's instructions. Razolmed is similar to other drugs, each with its own uses, side effects and uses. Understanding medication is essential. Not only Razolmed, but with all drugs to treat or support pathology, it is necessary to consult a specialist before using. Indiscriminate use of drugs not only does not bring effective treatment but also can cause unwanted effects, seriously affecting the patient's health. Please contact your doctor if you have a health problem and want to be treated thoroughly.
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