Rabeprazole Sodium + Domperidone Tablets

Rabeprazole Sodium + Domperidone Tablets are available with the branding name “RAYLONE-D” and belong to a group of medicines known as gastrointestinal agents. It is prescribed for different conditions like increased acidity, heart burn, gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD), Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, nausea, vomiting, fullness of stomach, bloating, gas, helicobacter pylori infection, gastric Acidity is a condition that results from the extra production of stomach acids to aid digestion.

Rabeprazole Sodium + Domperidone Tablets are a combination of two drugs: Rabeprazole sodium (proton pump inhibitor) and Domperidone (a dopamine antagonist).  Rabeprazole sodium affects the activity of the gastric proton pump responsible for the synthesis of acid. Domperidone helps by stimulating the muscle in the stomach to contract and peristalsis. Overall, this medicine helps in the treatment of problems related to acidity.

Medical Benefits

• This tablet is used to treat acidity, helicobacter pylori infection, heartburn, gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD), Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, the fullness of the stomach, nausea, vomiting, bloating, gas, gastric and duodenal ulcers.
• Rabeprazole sodium is a proton pump inhibitor that inhibits the action of an enzyme called gastric proton pump, which is involved in the production of acid.
• Domperidone is a dopamine antagonist that acts as an antiemetic by stimulating the normal motor activity of the stomach.

Directions For Use

• Swallow Rabeprazole Sodium + Domperidone Tablets with water and at the dosage recommended by your doctor.
• To reduce nausea or stomach upset, take with food.
• Take the tablet with water without dissolving or breaking it.
• Do not give this medicine to a child, as it is not safe for them.

Storage

• Keep this product at room temperature, protected from light and heat.
• Seal the container properly each time you use it, to maintain its quality.
• Store it away from the reach of children to avoid cases of contamination or other mishaps.

Precautions

• Take this medicine with caution as it may interact with anti-HIV (atazanavir, nelfinavir, saquinavir), blood thinner (clopidogrel, warfarin), a drug used to treat hypothyroidism (levothyroxine), anti-rheumatoid (methotrexate), etc.
• It may interact with St.John’s wort (an herbal supplement used to treat depression). Avoid alcohol consumption as alcohol intake increases stomach acid production, thereby increasing acidity and heartburn.
• Talk to your doctor if you have/had epilepsy, mania, Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea (CDAD), liver disease, bone fractures, and hypomagnesemia (low levels of magnesium).
• Limit the use of alcohol intake as it leads to increased production of stomach acid, thereby increasing acidity and heartburn.
• Rabeprazole Sodium + Domperidone Tablets may cause dizziness so, drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

Side Effects

• Headache
• Flatulence
• Dry mouth
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhoea

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Does it cause diarrhoea?

Yes, it might. Drink plenty of fluids and eat fibre-rich foods. Consult your doctor if diarrhoea is severe or if there’s blood in your stools.

Can I lie down after meals?

Avoid lying down right after meals. Use a pillow to raise your head and chest to prevent acid reflux.

How to cope with dry mouth?

Dry mouth may occur. Drink water, chew sugar-free gum, avoid caffeine, smoking, and alcohol-based mouthwashes.

Is it used for nausea?

Yes, it helps treat nausea and vomiting by improving stomach muscle movements.

Is long-term use safe?

The long-termuse of this tablet is not advisable. Thus, inform your doctor if symptoms persist after 14 days.