Rebamipide

Rebamipide is administered for the treatment of gastritis, peptic ulcer and other gastric disorders. It belongs to a class of antacids or anti-reflux agents. It is known to be effective in the treatment for gastro duodenal ulcers. It helps to enhance the mucosal defence system. It is also known to decrease free radicals of oxygen in the body and also increasing intestinal blood flow.

If you are pregnant, planning to conceive any time soon or already a breastfeeding mother, please take proper advice of the doctor regarding the use of the drug. There is not enough evidence to support the safety of the drug to unborn children or regarding impairment of fertility. The drug may also be excreted in human milk, causing health complications in infants. The elderly patients may be sensitive to the effects of the medicine therefore it should be prescribed for use only after due diagnosis of their health condition and medical history.

The dosage may be taken orally, with or without food as directed by the physician. A few side effects include dizziness, fatigue, nausea, dryness of the mouth and feeling dehydrated, menstrual cycle disruption, constipation or diarrhoea, skin rashes and sometimes vomiting as well.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

• Stomach Ulcers

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

• Altered Taste

• Diarrhoea

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  No interaction found

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Eyesec eye drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
  Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of Rebamipide, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Rebamipide as ingredient

• Rebacer Eye Drop

  Ajanta Pharma Ltd

• REBAGEN OTIC CAPSULE

  Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Rebagen Tablet

  Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Eyesec Eye Drop

  Akumentis Healthcare Ltd

• FINE TEARS EYE DROP

  Akumentis Healthcare Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

Rebamipide is derived from 2-(1H) quinolinone and is an amino acid. It is used for safeguarding mucosal, curing gastroduodenal ulcers, and controlling gastritis. It increases mucosal defense, rummages through free radicals and activates genes encoding cyclooxygenase-2.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.