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What is Rabeprazole used for?

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Rabeprazole (brand name AcipHex) is a Proton Pump Inhibitor indicated for GERD, Duodenal Ulcer, H. pylori Eradication.

Question 2

How does Rabeprazole work?

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Rabeprazole works through the following mechanism: Substituted benzimidazole PPI that irreversibly inhibits the H+/K+ ATPase proton pump in gastric parietal cells..

Question 3

What are the most common side effects of Rabeprazole?

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Reported side effects vary by individual. The side-effects section on this page lists the events most frequently reported to FDA FAERS for Rabeprazole. FAERS is voluntary reporting, so it reflects what was reported, not absolute incidence.

Question 4

Is Rabeprazole the same as AcipHex?

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AcipHex is a brand name for Rabeprazole. They share the same active ingredient and FDA-approved indications. Biosimilars and authorised generics may differ in inactive ingredients such as buffers or preservatives.

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