Acirab 20 Mg Injection (Rabeprazole)
Price range: $47.58 through $71.06Required
| Pack Size | Price | Unit Price | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Injection | $47.58 | $15.86 / injection | ||
| 6 Injection | $61.22 | $10.20 / injection | ||
| 9 Injection | $71.06 | $7.90 / injection |
About Acirab 20 Mg Injection (Rabeprazole)
Medicine information
- Active ingredient
- Rabeprazole sodium
- Indication
- Short-term treatment of acid-related gastrointestinal conditions, including gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and gastric or duodenal ulcer disease, particularly when oral proton pump inhibitor therapy is not appropriate or cannot be taken. Indian regulatory information lists rabeprazole sodium injection as an intravenous alternative to oral therapy for patients unable to take an oral proton pump inhibitor.
- Manufacturer
- Medlife Genetics
- Packaging
- 1 vial containing 1 injection
- Strength
- 20 mg
- Dosage form
- Injection
- Route
- Intravenous
Medicine overview
Acirab 20 Mg Injection contains rabeprazole, a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) that reduces the production of stomach acid. The 20 mg injection is given intravenously and is intended for situations in which an injectable acid-suppressing medicine is considered more suitable than oral treatment. Rabeprazole injection is used for acid-related disorders such as GERD and gastric or duodenal ulcer disease, including patients who temporarily cannot take an oral proton pump inhibitor.
What it is used for
Rabeprazole sodium injection is used to suppress excessive gastric acid production. Regulatory information supports intravenous rabeprazole for conditions including severe GERD, gastric or duodenal ulcer disease and situations in which a patient cannot take an oral proton pump inhibitor. Some rabeprazole injection prescribing information also includes use in hospital settings for severe erosive disease, stress-related mucosal injury and perioperative acid suppression.
How it works
Rabeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor. After activation in the acid-producing parietal cells of the stomach, it inhibits the gastric hydrogen-potassium ATPase, commonly called the proton pump. This blocks the final step in gastric acid secretion. Reducing acid can lessen irritation of the oesophagus and stomach and supports healing of acid-related ulcers and reflux-associated injury.
How it is taken
Acirab 20 Mg Injection is administered into a vein by a healthcare professional and should not be self-injected. Intravenous rabeprazole is generally used when oral therapy is unsuitable, with treatment decisions, duration and any transition to oral therapy determined by the treating clinician. Do not alter the prescribed treatment or request additional doses without medical supervision.
Important warnings
Do not use rabeprazole in patients with known hypersensitivity to rabeprazole, related substituted benzimidazoles or formulation ingredients. Improvement in symptoms does not rule out gastric or oesophageal malignancy, so persistent or concerning symptoms may require investigation. Caution is advised in severe liver impairment. Proton pump inhibitors can alter absorption of medicines whose absorption depends on gastric acidity, and clinically important interactions can occur with medicines such as ketoconazole, digoxin, rilpivirine-containing products and high-dose methotrexate. Serious PPI-associated risks include acute tubulointerstitial nephritis, persistent Clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhoea, severe skin reactions, lupus-like reactions and, particularly with prolonged therapy, hypomagnesaemia and vitamin B12 deficiency.
Side effects and monitoring
Reported effects with intravenous rabeprazole include headache, injection-site reactions, constipation, diarrhoea, insomnia and rhinitis. Other reported effects include abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, flatulence, dizziness, rash and raised liver enzymes. Seek medical attention for signs of a severe allergic reaction, serious skin reaction, persistent severe diarrhoea, unexplained reduction in kidney function or other severe symptoms. With prolonged proton pump inhibitor treatment, clinicians may consider monitoring magnesium, calcium or vitamin B12 when clinically appropriate, especially in people with additional risk factors.
Frequently asked questions
Why would rabeprazole be given as an injection instead of a tablet?
Intravenous rabeprazole is generally used when oral proton pump inhibitor treatment is not suitable or cannot be taken. A healthcare professional decides when injectable treatment is appropriate.
How quickly should I expect rabeprazole to help my acid symptoms?
The response varies with the condition being treated and its severity. Intravenous rabeprazole suppresses gastric acid, but persistent symptoms should be reviewed rather than prompting a dose change without medical advice.
Can rabeprazole cause bloating, nausea or diarrhoea?
Yes. Gastrointestinal effects such as abdominal discomfort, flatulence, nausea, vomiting, constipation and diarrhoea have been reported with rabeprazole.
Can I give Acirab Injection to myself at home?
No. This medicine is intended for intravenous administration by a healthcare professional.
Is rabeprazole safe to use for a long time?
Long-term proton pump inhibitor therapy can be associated with risks such as low magnesium, vitamin B12 deficiency, fractures, kidney inflammation and fundic gland polyps. Injectable rabeprazole is generally used under medical supervision when oral therapy is unsuitable.
Can rabeprazole interact with other medicines?
Yes. Acid suppression can change the absorption of some medicines, and important interactions can occur with drugs such as ketoconazole, digoxin, rilpivirine-containing products and high-dose methotrexate. Give the treating clinician a complete medicines list.
What should I do if I develop severe or persistent diarrhoea?
Contact a healthcare professional promptly. Proton pump inhibitor treatment has been associated with Clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhoea, particularly when diarrhoea is persistent or severe.
Can Cheap Generic Med ship Acirab 20 Mg Injection internationally?
Cheap Generic Med serves multiple international destinations, but product-specific shipping availability, prescription documentation and import requirements for this injectable medicine must be confirmed before ordering.
Sources
Medical information notice: This information does not replace advice from a qualified healthcare professional. Use prescription medicine only as directed by the prescriber and the approved product information.
| Active Ingredients | Rabeprazole (20Mg) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Medlife Genetics |
| Packaging | Qty |
| strength | 20mg |
| Delivery Time | 6 To 15 days |
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