Dexrabeprazole is a medicine belonging to a group of medicines known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) and is used to treat acidity-related disorders. It is a newer type of PPI which has been reported to provide comparatively faster symptomatic relief at lower doses of medicine.

Dexrabeprazole is used for the treatment of stomach and intestinal ulcers (gastric and duodenal ulcers), reflux esophagitis or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It works by reducing the amount of acid made by your stomach and thus relieves your symptoms. Dexrabeprazole also prevents acidity associated with use of painkillers and stress ulcers in critically ill people. It is also used to treat a disease associated with excessive acid production in the stomach known as Zollinger Ellison syndrome (ZES).

Dexrabeprazole should be used for as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor. Dexrabeprazole is usually considered to be safe when taken in the recommended dose and duration. If Dexrabeprazole is used for more than 3 months, certain long term side effects may be seen. The most important of these is low magnesium levels in your blood which may make you feel tired, confused, dizzy, shaky or dizzy. You may also have muscle twitches or irregular heartbeat. If the use is further prolonged for more than a year, you may have an increased risk of bone fractures, stomach infections, subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus, osteoporosis, and vitamin B12 deficiency.

If Dexrabeprazole is used for more than 3 months, certain long term side effects may be seen. The most important of these is low magnesium levels in your blood which may make you feel tired, confused, dizzy, shaky or dizzy. You may also have muscle twitches or irregular heartbeat. If the use is further prolonged for more than a year, you may have an increased risk of bone fractures, stomach infections and vitamin B12 deficiency. Vitamin B12 deficiency can make you anemic, as a result of which you may feel more tired, weak, or pale. Additionally you may have palpitations, shortness of breath, lightheadedness, indigestion, loss of appetite, flatulence (gas) or nerve problems such as numbness, tingling and problem in walking.

You should avoid spicy and fatty foods while taking this Dexrabeprazole. Cut down on caffeinated drinks such as tea, coffee and cola. Alcohol intake should also be avoided as it may worsen your symptoms.

Yes, you can take antacids along with Dexrabeprazole. Take it 2 hours before or after you take Dexrabeprazole.

No, do not stop taking Dexrabeprazole before completing the full course of treatment. You will start to feel better before your treatment is complete.

The serious side effects of Dexrabeprazole are rare. There may be severe allergic reactions (such as blisters on the skin, fever, generalised swelling, wheezing, or difficulty swallowing), impairment of liver function and kidney damage. Consult your doctor right away if you develop decreased urination, edema (swelling due to fluid retention), lower back pain, nausea, fatigue, and rash or fever. These could be signs of a kidney problem. You may have severe diarrhea due to an intestinal infection caused by a microorganism known as clostridium difficile. If you notice persistent watery stools, stomach pain or fever, please contact your doctor immediately. Prolonged use of Dexrabeprazole can lead to low magnesium levels in your blood which may make you feel tired, confused, dizzy, shaky or dizzy. You may also have muscle twitches or irregular heartbeat. If the use is further prolonged for more than a year, you may have an increased risk of bone fractures, stomach infections and vitamin B12 deficiency.

Dexrabeprazole starts working within an hour of taking it and shows maximum benefit within two to four hours. You should start feeling better within 2 to 3 days but it may take upto 4 weeks to relieve your symptoms significantly.