Rabekind-Dsr Capsule

Rabekind DSR Capsule is used for the treatment of GERD (Gastro-esophageal reflux disease), which not responds to Rabeprazole medications alone. It prevents the tendency of vomiting and nausea in people suffering from gastrointestinal problems.

Rabekind DSR is a combination of Domperidone and Rabeprazole. The active ingredients, Domperidone and Rabeprazole fall under the class of dopamine antagonist and PPI (Proton pump inhibitor), respectively.

It is also prescribed to the patients of peptic ulcer and who take certain medicines for Parkinson’s disease. The medicine tightens the muscles near the entrance of the stomach and relaxes the ones present at the exit.

The action of Rabekind DSR medication helps to speed up the passing of the food that you intake - from your stomach to your intestine, reducing the feeling of nausea and sickness, also preventing vomiting.

This medicine also works by blocking or reducing the stimulation in the ‘vomiting centre’ of your brain, which will eventually reduce the feeling of nausea and vomiting. The possible side effects of taking this medication can be headache, migraine, dryness of the mouth or breast pain.

You are advised not to take medicine if you have the following conditions:

1. An allergy to medicine or any other ingredient of this medicine
2. Bleeding problems or blockage in your stomach or in the intestine
3. Tumour in the pituitary gland
4. Cardiac disease
5. Incorrect levels of magnesium, potassium or calcium in the blood
6. Severe/moderate liver impairment

• Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

• Peptic Ulcer

• Allergy

• Tumor Of Pituitary Gland

• Heart Diseases

• Skin Rash

• Diarrhoea

• Headache

• Dizziness

• Weakness

• Insomnia

• Cough

• Stomach Pain

• Rhinitis

• Flatulence

• Dry Mouth

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of Rabekind DSR lasts up to 6 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of this medication can be observed within 30 to 60 minutes of administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless the potential benefits outweigh the risks involved. The effect of this medicine on the fetus is not clearly established and hence you are advised to consult a doctor before taking this medicine.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine is not recommended for use by breastfeeding mothers as there is a risk of side effects on the infant. You are advised to consult your doctors and consider the potential benefit and risks before consuming this medication.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Alcohol consumption is not safe while you are taking this medicine.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  It is advised to avoid driving if you suffer from side-effects like dizziness and drowsiness.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Patients who have impaired kidney function should not take this pill as it can lead to more kidney problems.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Patients who have impaired liver function should not take this pill as it can lead to more liver problems, including liver failure.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Rabekind-Dsr Capsule , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• T Rab DSR Tablet

  Tetramed Biotek Pvt Ltd

• Raptac-Dsr Capsule

  Rapross Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Pepzera D 30 Mg/20 Mg Capsule

  Pulse Pharmaceuticals

• Cidrid 30 Mg/20 Mg Capsule

  Profic Organic Ltd

• Rabex Capsule

  Xellence Laboratories

• Robilink Dsr Capsule

  Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Rolmizac D 30Mg/20Mg Capsule

  Arinna Lifescience Pvt Ltd

• RABRAL D 30MG/20MG TABLET

  Life Care Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Rabera-DSR Capsule

  Jenburkt Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Rabedal D Capsule

  Pharmed Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Contact your doctor if an overdose is suspected.

Rabekind-D SR attaches to the dopaminergic receptors without causing any release of the chemical dopamine. It, in turn, facilitates gastric emptying and decreases small bowel transit time. Also, it binds to H+/K+-exchanging ATPase in gastric parietal cells, resulting in blockage of acid secretion.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Lab Test

  The patients taking Rabekind-D SR have been reported for false results, as it interacts with investigations of Neuroendocrine Tumors, Secretin Stimulation Test, Urine Tests for THC. Thus an alternative confirmatory test should be considered to verify the results.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Concomitant use of Antiretrovirals, warfarin, methotrexate, digoxin, Drugs Dependent on Gastric pH for Absorption (e.g., iron salts, erlotinib, dasatinib, nilotinib, mycophenolate mofetil, ketoconazole, itraconazole), tacrolimus, antiarrhythmics, apomorphine, protease inhibitors, systemic azole antifungals, some macrolides (erythromycin, clarithromycin and telithromycin) is contraindicated.

• Interaction with Disease

  This medicine can have negative interactions with certain diseases. These include asthma, impaired kidney function, and gastrointestinal toxicity.

• Ques : What is Rabekind-Dsr Capsule?

  Ans : Rabekind DSR contains Domperidone and Rabeprazole as active elements present in it. This medicine performs its action by obstructing the dopamine receptors, obstructing the activity of the proton pumps in the stomach wall. It is used to treat conditions such as Erosive Esophagitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, Helicobacter pylori Infection, etc.

• Ques : What are the uses of Rabekind-Dsr Capsule?

  Ans : Rabekind DSR is used to treat a condition like intractable nausea and vomiting, Gas, Intestinal ulcers, Vomiting, Belching and heavy bloating, Nausea, Fullness of stomach, Biliousness, and Heartburn. The patient should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using this Capsule to avoid undesirable effects.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Rabekind-Dsr Capsule?

  Ans : Side effects of Rabekind-D SR capsule include Headache, Altered sense of taste, Running nose and cough, Diarrhea, Nausea or vomiting, Unusual tiredness and weakness, Skin Rash, and Anorexia.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Rabekind-Dsr Capsule?

  Ans : It should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

• Ques : For what treatment Rabekind DSR capsule used for?

  Ans : Rabekind-D SR capsule is used to treat intractable nausea and vomiting. It is also used to control stomach ulcers. It helps to improve Gastrointestinal reflux. This medication is also helpful in improving stomach disorders and gas.

• Ques : How long do I need to use rabekind dsr capsule before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is around 1 day to 3 days, before noticing an improvement in the condition. But the same duration is not mandatory for everyone and so, it is not a standard time period for this medication's action. Please consult your doctor, for the time period you need to consume this medication.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Rabekind DSR capsule?

  Ans : Rabekind-D SR is generally used once or twice a day, as the time interval to which this medication has an impact, is around 12 to 24 hours, but it is not the standard frequency, for using this medication. It is advised to consult your doctor before the usage, as the frequency also depends on the patient's condition.

• Ques : Should I use Rabekind medicine empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : Rabekind capsule is advised to be consumed orally. The salts involved in this medication, work properly on an empty stomach. It is advised to consume this medication, 1 hour before having food and at least 2 hours after having food. Taking it with food may upset your stomach. Please consult the doctor before use.

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