Rabicip D Capsule

Rabicip D Capsule is an anti-reflux medicine containing a combination of rabeprazole and domperidone. It is used to treat GERD (gastrointestinal reflux disease). GERD is a condition in which acid from the stomach comes back up to the food pipe and causes heartburn, nausea and chest pain.

It acts by decreasing the amount of acid produced in the stomach and improves the mortality in the gut, thus reducing the backflow of stomach content to the food pipe. This medicine should be taken at least 30 mins before the meal, preferably breaksfast.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of an overdose of Rabicip D Capsule include confusion, anxiety, fits, altered consciousness, sleepiness, tremors, slurred speech and feeling anxious. If you have taken too much of this medicine, then contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose of medicine, then take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• A pump called the proton pump in the stomach is responsible for the secretion of stomach acids. Rabeprazole binds to this proton pump in stomach cells, thus blocking acid secretion.
• Domperidone increases the motility of the stomach and intestines so that acid does not reflux back into the food pipe.

Directions for Use

Rabicip D Capsule should be taken as a whole with a sufficient amount of water. Take Rabicip D Capsule, preferably in the morning before your first meal, i.e breakfast.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Rabicip D Capsule during pregnancy?

There is limited safety information available on the use of Rabicip D Capsule in pregnancy. Hence, this medicine should be used only prescribed by your doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Rabicip D Capsule while breastfeeding?

Components of Rabicip D Capsule pass in the breast milk in a small amount. Your doctor may prescribe you this medicine while you are breastfeeding, only if it is necessary. Inform your doctor if you are a nursing mother.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Rabicip D Capsule?

Rabicip D Capsule is unlikely to affect ability to drive. However, if you experience sleepiness after taking this medicine avoid driving or be cautious.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Rabicip D Capsule?

You should avoid consuming alcohol in excess, as it is known to increase acidity and can make your acidity worse.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have liver and kidney disease.
• You have a stomach tumour or cancer.
• You experience any blood disorders.
• You are taking medicines to treat HIV such as atazanavir, or any other medicine.
• You have heart problems and associated symptoms like palpitations, difficulty in breathing, unconsciousness.
• You develop electrolyte imbalance.
• You are on this medicine for more than three months. Your blood magnesium levels may drop. Your doctor may perform regular tests for the same.
• You develop skin lesions especially in the sun-exposed area after taking this medicine.
• You have low levels of vitamin B12. This medicine is known to reduce the absorption of vitamin B12 after long term use.
• Taking Rabicip D Capsule for more than one year may increase the chances of developing bone fractures.
• Low levels of vitamin D and calcium can result in increased risk of osteoporosis.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to rabeprazole or domperidone or any component of Rabicip D Capsule.
• If you have or ever had bleeding or obstruction in the stomach or intestine.
• If you have any liver or kidney-related problems.
• If you have prolactin pituitary tumours (tumour of the pituitary gland).
• If you have any heart conditions such as heart failure, heart rhythm problems, electrolyte or salt imbalance.
• Medicines known to alter heart rhythm should not be taken along. If you are not sure which are these medicines ask your doctor.

Side effects

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhoea
• Constipation
• Skin rash
• Cough
• Dry mouth
• Sleeplessness

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Rabicip D Capsule works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• Especially if you are taking medicines to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, high/abnormal cholesterol levels, blood thinners, anti-infectives, anti-diabetics, anti-asthmatics, pain killers, immunomodulatory medicines or medicines for the brain-related disorder.
• Medicine used to treat heart failure like digoxin may lead to toxicity when taken with this medicine.
• If you are taking blood thinning medicine such as warfarin, caution is needed as there are chances of increased bleeding.

Storage and disposal

• Store Rabicip D Capsule below 25°C in a cool and dry place.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What should be done to avoid acidity?

• Avoid spicy, oily and packed food.
• Reduce smoking and alcohol intake.
• Avoid carbonated drinks like cold drinks or soda.
• Some medicines are known to increase the acidity and worsen the condition such as pain killers, Ibuprofen. You should avoid using these for long duration.

For how many days should Rabicip D Capsule be taken?

Your doctor will decide the frequency and duration of the treatment with Rabicip D Capsule after accessing your condition and its severity. You should not stop taking this medicine before the treatment is complete neither you should take it for too long.

What is Rabicip D Capsule used for?

Rabicip D Capsule is used for the treatment of gastrointestinal reflux disease (GERD). It is a condition in which acid from the stomach comes back up to the food pipe and causes heartburn, nausea and chest pain.

Should Rabicip D Capsule be taken before or after food?

Rabicip D Capsule should normally be taken before food (on an empty stomach), preferably in the morning.

Is Rabicip D Capsule an antibiotic?

No, it is not an antibiotic medicine.