M.R.P.: Rs.74.00
What is RACIPER 20MG?
- RACIPER 20MG contains Esomeprazole which belongs to a group of medicines called proton pump inhibitors
- It works by reducing the amount of acid that your stomach produces
What RACIPER 20MG is used for?
It is used to treat,
- Gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD) in which acid from the stomach escapes into the gullet (the tube which connects your throat to your stomach) causing pain, inflammation and heartburn
- Ulcers in the stomach or upper part of the gut (intestine) that are infected with bacteria called ’Helicobacter pylori’
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Pregnancy & Breast Feeding
Children & Adolescents
Driving & Using Machines
Talk to your doctor before taking this medicine, if you:
- are allergic to Esomeprazole or to any other contents of this medicine
- have severe liver or kidney problems
- If you are pregnant, think you might be pregnant, breast feeding or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine
- RACIPER 20MG is not recommended for children less than 12 years old
- RACIPER 20MG can cause side effects such as dizziness and blurred vision
- If you are affected by these you should not drive, use tools or operate machinery
Tell your doctor if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines:
- nelfinavir, atazanavir (used to treat HIV)
- ketoconazole, itraconazole or voriconazole (used to treat infections caused by a fungus)
- erlotinib, methotrexate (used to treat cancer)
- citalopram, imipramine or clomipramine (used to treat depression)
- diazepam, phenytoin (used to treat anxiety, relax muscles or in epilepsy)
- warfarin used to treat blood clots
- cilostazol (used to treat insufficient blood supply)
- cisapride (used for indigestion and heartburn)
- clopidogrel (used to prevent blood clots (thrombi)
- digoxin (used for heart problems)
- tacrolimus (used to reduce the immune response)
- rifampicin (used for treatment of tuberculosis)
- Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you
- Take this medicine with food or on an empty stomach
- Swallow it whole with a drink of water
- Do not chew or crush this medicine
If you take more RACIPER 20MG
- If you have taken more RACIPER 20MG, contact your doctor or go to nearest hospital immediately
If you forget to take RACIPER 20MG
- If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it
- However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose
- Do not take a double dose
If you stop taking RACIPER 20MG
- If you stop taking this medicine, consult your doctor before stop taking this medicine
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
- sudden wheezing, swelling of your lips, tongue and throat or body, rash, fainting or difficulties in swallowing
- reddening of the skin with blisters or peeling in the lips, eyes, mouth, nose and genitals
- yellow skin, dark urine and tiredness (liver problems)
- pain in the neck, throat or mouth or difficulties in urinating
- headache
- effects on your stomach or gut: stomach pain, constipation, flatulence
- stomach upset
- injection site reaction
- benign polyps in the stomach
- swelling of the feet and ankles
- disturbed sleep (insomnia)
- dizziness, tingling feelings such as “pins and needles”, feeling sleepy
- spinning feeling (vertigo)
- eyesight problems such as blurred vision
- dry mouth
- changes in blood tests that check how the liver is working
- skin rash, lumpy rash (hives) and itchy skin
- fracture of the hip, wrist or spine
- decrease in blood cell count
- low levels of sodium in the blood
- feeling agitated, confused or depressed
- taste changes
- suddenly feeling wheezy or short of breath (bronchospasm)
- an inflammation of the inside of the mouth
- an infection called “thrush” which can affect the gut and is caused by a fungus
- hair loss (alopecia)
- joint pains (arthralgia) or muscle pains (myalgia)
- generally feeling unwell and lacking energy
- increased sweating
- changes in blood count including agranulocytosis (lack of white blood cells)
- aggression
- muscle weakness
- severe kidney problems
- enlarged breasts in men
- Keep this medicine out of reach of children
- Do not use this medicine after the expiry date
- Store at room temperature (15-25ºC)
Disclaimer:
The contents of this website are for informational purposes only and not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
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