Yes it is a Gastric Acid Secretion Inhibitor used in Short-term (4-8 weeks) treatment and maintenance of erosive or ulcerative gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD); symptomatic GERD; short-term (up to 4 weeks) treatment of duodenal ulcers; long-term treatment of pathological hypersecretory conditions, including Zollinger-Ellison syndrome
Patients with liver disease are strongly advised to see their doctor prior to taking Aciphex. You may be given dosage adjustments or you may need to undergo special monitoring during the treatment period of Aciphex. In some cases, it may not be advisable to take Aciphex. Aciphex belongs to a class of drugs called FDA Pregnancy Category B. This entails that Aciphex is not likely to cause harm to an unborn foetus. It is also not known if Aciphex passes into breast milk. Nonetheless, see your doctor for advice prior to taking Aciphex. Its also important that you will not do things or eat foods that might cause the effect of Aciphex to slow down.
Aciphex must be taken as directed by your doctor. If there are any instructions that appear unclear to you, ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist. Each dose of Aciphex is taken whole with a full glass of water. Do not break, chew or split the Aciphex tablet as it is made to release slowly into the body. Do not discontinue Aciphex use even if you feel a slight improvement in your condition - unless of course you are directed by your doctor to do so. Its also important that you will not do things or eat foods that might cause the effect of Aciphex to slow down.
Aciphex must be taken as directed by your doctor. If there are any instructions that appear unclear to you, ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist. Each dose of Aciphex is taken whole with a full glass of water. Do not break, chew or split the Aciphex tablet as it is made to release slowly into the body. Do not discontinue Aciphex use even if you feel a slight improvement in your condition - unless of course you are directed by your doctor to do so. Its also important that you will not do things or eat foods that might cause the effect of Aciphex to slow down.
The same side effects of Nyquil without Aciphex, both can cause; headache upset stomach, diarrhea, stomach pain, vomiting, constipation, dry mouth. If you are taking Aciphex for an ulcer, consult your MD before using Niquil.
Rabeprazole/aciphex is compatible with any medicine metabolized by the Cytochrome P450 enzyme (CYP450). These medications include theophylline, warfarin, diazepam, phenytoin, acetaminophen/paracetamol/tylenol and codeine. Aciphex users should not take aspirin/ASA or ibuprofen/advil.
Yes, it is a antacid.
Yes, it is a antacid.
Aciphex mat affect birth control in some instances. This is because it affects other medicines taken and would therefore interfere with birth control pills.
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No
YES... theres no interaction
Antacid is basic, not acidic.