Rabemac-D Sr Capsule
About Rabemac-D Sr Capsule
This medication is indicated for treating GERD (Gastro-esophageal reflux disease), which not responds to Rabeprazole medications alone. It prevents the tendency of vomiting and nausea in people suffering from gastrointestinal problems.
Rabemac-D Sr Capsule is a combination of Domperidone and Rabeprazole. The active ingredients, Domperidone and Rabeprazole fall under the class of dopamine antagonist and PPI (Proton pump inhibitor), respectively.
It is also prescribed to the patients of peptic ulcer and who take certain medicines for Parkinson’s disease. The medicine tightens the muscles near the entrance of the stomach and relaxes the ones present at the exit.
The action of this medication helps to speed up the passing of the food that you intake - from your stomach to your intestine, reducing the feeling of nausea and sickness, also preventing vomiting.
This medicine also works by blocking or reducing the stimulation in the ‘vomiting centre’ of your brain, which will eventually reduce the feeling of nausea and vomiting. The possible side effects of taking this medication can be headache, migraine, dryness of the mouth or breast pain.
You are advised not to take Rabemac-D Sr Capsule if you have the following conditions:
- An allergy to Rabemac-D Sr Capsule or any other ingredient of this medicine
- Bleeding problems or blockage in your stomach or in the intestine
- Tumour in the pituitary gland
- Cardiac disease
- Incorrect levels of magnesium, potassium or calcium in the blood
- Severe/moderate liver impairment
What are the uses of Rabemac-D Sr Capsule
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Peptic Ulcer
What are the contraindications of Rabemac-D Sr Capsule ?
Key highlights of Rabemac-D Sr Capsule
How long is the duration of effect?
The effect of this medication lasts up to 6 hours.
What is the onset of action?
The peak effect of this medication can be observed within 30 to 60 minutes of administration.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
This medication should not be consumed during pregnancy unless necessary. Consulting a doctor is mandatory to discuss the benefits and risks before taking this medication.
Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
This medication is suggested to be ignored by breastfeeding mothers as there is a possibility of side-effects on infant. You should consult your doctor to evaluate the potential benefits and risks before taking the medicine.
What are the substitutes for Rabemac-D Sr Capsule ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Rabemac-D Sr Capsule , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Cyra-D Capsule SR
Systopic Laboratories Pvt Ltd
- Pepcia D 30 Mg/20 Mg Capsule Sr
FDC Ltd
- Rabopep-DSR Capsule
Seagull Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd
- Rabitop D 30 Mg/20 Mg Capsule Sr
Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
- Rebozen D 30 Mg/20 Mg Capsule Sr
Leeford Healthcare Ltd
- Rabezox D 30mg/20mg Tablet SR
Lloyd Healthcare Pvt Ltd
- RABIUM-DSR CAPSULE
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Acera-D Capsule Sr
Ipca Laboratories Ltd
- Roles-D Capsule Sr
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
- Cyclochek Capsule Sr
Indoco Remedies Ltd
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
Skip the missed dose and resume with the next scheduled dose at the right time. The dose should not get doubled in an attempt to make up for the missed dose.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Contact your doctor if an overdose is suspected.
How does this medication work?
This medication attaches to the dopaminergic receptors without causing any release of the chemical dopamine. It, in turn, facilitates gastric emptying and decreases small bowel transit time. Also, it binds to H+/K+-exchanging ATPase in gastric parietal cells, resulting in blockage of acid secretion.
What are the interactions of Rabemac-D Sr Capsule ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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FAQs about Rabemac-D Sr Capsule
Ques : What is Rabemac-D Sr Capsule?
Ans : This medication has Domperidone and Rabeprazole as active ingredients present. It performs its action by obstructing the proton pumps in the stomach wall.
Ques : What are the uses of Rabemac-D Sr Capsule?
Ans : This medication is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like heartburn, intestinal ulcers, vomiting, nausea, gastro-intestinal reflux and stomach disorders.
Ques : What are the Side Effects of Rabemac-D Sr Capsule?
Ans : This is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of this medication. These include headache, dizziness, abdominal pain, diarrhea, cephalalgia, mouth dryness, flatulence and somnolence.
Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Rabemac-D Sr Capsule?
Ans : This medication should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets. A doctor should be consulted regarding the dosage of this medication.
References
Domperidone- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2020 [Cited 28 February 2020]. Available from:
https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/domperidone
Domperidone- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2005 [Cited 28 February 2020]. Available from:
https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB01184
Rabeprazole- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2020 [Cited 28 February 2020]. Available from:
https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/rn/117976-89-3
Rabeprazole- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2005 [Cited 28 February 2020]. Available from:
https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB01129
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