Rabeprazole
Rabeprazole is a proton-pump inhibitor used for selected acid-related disorders. Listed uses include Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease and Duodenal Ulcer.
Key points
- It can mask alarm symptoms that require investigation.
- Long-term use can affect magnesium, kidneys, bones and infection risk.
- Vomiting blood, black stools or severe diarrhoea needs urgent care.
Select a listed product and pack to order online. Ask your doctor or pharmacist whether it suits you and what monitoring it needs.
Important safety checks
Swallowing difficulty, weight loss, treatment duration, liver health and interacting medicines require review.
When to seek urgent care
Seek urgent help for vomiting blood, black stools, severe chest or abdominal pain, persistent watery diarrhoea or very little urine.
Further reading
What is rabeprazole used for?
Rabeprazole is a proton-pump inhibitor used for acid-related problems such as gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) and duodenal ulcers.
How does rabeprazole work?
Rabeprazole works by reducing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It blocks the final step of acid production by stopping the enzyme that pumps acid out.
Which rabeprazole product can I order on SGMeds?
The rabeprazole product on SGMeds is Aciphex, and its page gives the strengths and pack sizes.
What is rabeprazole called in other countries?
In other countries, rabeprazole is also sold as Pariet and Rabicip. Brand names vary between countries, so compare products by their active ingredient.
How long does rabeprazole take to work?
Rabeprazole typically begins to act within 1 to 2 hours, and the effect lasts about 24 hours.
What are the side effects of rabeprazole?
Common side effects include headache, diarrhoea and nausea. Dizziness, abdominal pain and flatulence can also happen. Serious effects like kidney inflammation (interstitial nephritis) and low magnesium levels (hypomagnesaemia) need immediate medical attention.
Can rabeprazole be taken with other medicines?
Rabeprazole can interact with some medicines, including methotrexate and an antifungal (ketoconazole). If you take either of these, ask a doctor or pharmacist before you use it.
How much does rabeprazole cost in Singapore?
The product on this page shows a price for each strength and pack size in Singapore dollars, converted from US dollars, so the exchange rate can change the final amount. Larger packs usually cost less per tablet.
Payment and prices →Can I buy rabeprazole over the counter in Singapore?
Yes, online. SGMeds does not ask for a prescription to order rabeprazole: we place the order with our pharmacy partner, which prepares it and arranges delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you deliver rabeprazole to Singapore?
Yes. Parcels go to Singapore and Malaysia by Express shipping (tracked, up to 1 week) or Regular shipping (up to 3 weeks).
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