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Rifkool 20mg Injection

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Product Summary

Salt Content
Rabeprazole(20.0 Mg)
Uses
Ulcers, GERD
Therapy
Antacid
Side effects
Dizziness, nausea, vomiting, sleeplessness
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Medical Description

Rifkool Injection is an antacid. It is used for the short-term treatment of stomach and intestinal ulcers and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in adults. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition in which stomach acid flows back into your food pipe. Rifkool Injection contains rabeprazole as the active substance. This medicine will be given in a hospital or clinic setting by your doctor or nurse. Do not self-inject. Before using Rifkool Injection, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning on becoming pregnant or breastfeeding, and about your complete medical history. Also, inform about all the medicines and supplements that you take.

Uses

Rifkool Injection is used for the short-term treatment of stomach and intestinal ulcers and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in adults.

Contraindications

If you are allergic to rabeprazole, substituted benzimidazoles or any other ingredient of Rifkool Injection.

Side effects

  • Sleeplessness
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

Precautions and Warnings

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Pregnancy

There is limited information on the effect of Rifkool Injection in pregnant women. Therefore, this medicine should not be used during pregnancy. Before starting treatment with this medicine, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning on becoming pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

No information is available if Rifkool Injection passes into human breast milk. Thus, this medicine should not be used in breastfeeding women. Before starting treatment with this medicine, inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding or lactating.

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Driving

Rifkool Injection has no or negligible effect on driving ability. However, if you experience any effects like dizziness or sleepiness after taking this medicine that may affect your ability to drive safely, it is advised to avoid driving.

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Alcohol

No information is available on the interaction of alcohol with Rifkool Injection. Ask your doctor for advice on the use of alcohol with this medicine.

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Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You are taking anticoagulant medicines called warfarin, medicines for treating fluid accumulation in the body (diuretics), medicines for the management of rheumatoid arthritis/cancer (methotrexate) or HIV/AIDS (atazanavir). If you are not sure what these medicines are, please confirm with your doctor.
  • You develop symptoms like fever, blood in urine, change in urine output, confusion, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, rashes, swelling in any part of the body or weight gain from swelling after taking this medicine. Inform your doctor immediately.
  • You develop diarrhoea that does not get better.
  • You have weak bones or pain in your joints.
  • You develop a rash after taking Rifkool Injection, especially in areas exposed to the sun.
  • You have low levels of vitamin B12/cyanocobalamin or magnesium.
  • You have a tumour in the stomach.
  • You have liver disorders.
  • You are scheduled to have a specific blood test (Chromogranin A).
  • You are pregnant, planning on becoming pregnant or breastfeeding.

Directions for Use

  • Rifkool Injection will be given to you in a hospital or clinic setting by your doctor or nurse. Do not self-inject.
  • Follow any aftercare instructions given.

Storage and disposal

  • Store Rifkool Injection in a cool and dry place below 30°C away from direct sunlight.
  • Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Dosage

Overdose

  • Rifkool Injection will be given to you by a doctor or nurse and thus, the chances of an overdose are unlikely.
  • However, if you feel you have overdosed on this medicine, talk to your doctor or visit the nearest hospital immediately.

Missed a Dose

  • It is unlikely that a dose of Rifkool Injection will be missed if you are monitored in a healthcare setup.
  • However, if you have missed taking a dose of the injection, inform the doctor or nurse immediately.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Rifkool Injection works by reducing the gastric acid secretion. This helps to treat the ulcers and symptoms of GERD.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

  • Some medicines can affect the way Rifkool Injection works or this medicine itself may interfere with the working of other medicines.
  • Inform your doctor about all other medicines, herbals or supplements that you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
  • Anticoagulant medicines like warfarin may increase the bleeding time.
  • Particular care should be taken if you are taking medicines that modify the immune system (cyclosporine, mycophenolate mofetil), medicines for treating fungal infections (ketoconazole), heart failure (digoxin), HIV/AIDS (nelfinavir), rheumatoid arthritis (methotrexate), iron deficiency anaemia (iron salts) and cancer (erlotinib).
  • Medicines used for the treatment of bacterial infections (clarithromycin, amoxicillin) should not be used together with Rifkool Injection.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Your doctor will recommend if it is suitable for you to take Rifkool Injection along with your other medicines. You should always inform your doctor about all other medicines, herbals or supplements that you are taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction. Do not take any other medicine on your own during treatment with Rifkool Injection without informing your doctor.

Rifkool Injection is used for the short-term treatment of stomach and intestinal ulcers and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in adults.

Rifkool Injection is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age.

Rifkool Injection will be given in a hospital or clinic setting by your doctor or nurse. Do not self-inject.

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition in which stomach acid flows back into your food pipe.

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Manufacturer Details

Brand:RIFKOOL

Vendor Details

Fulfillment Information: Rifkool 20 MG Injection (1) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.

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