Rabeprazole
- Generic Name
- Rabeprazole
- Brand Names
- Aciphex, Pariet
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C18H21N3O3S
- CAS Number
- 117976-89-3
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- 32828355LL
- Background
Rabeprazole is an antiulcer drug in the class of proton pump inhibitors. It is a prodrug - in the acid environment of the parietal cells it turns into active sulphenamide form. Rabeprazole inhibits the H+, K+ATPase of the coating gastric cells and dose-dependent oppresses basal and stimulated gastric acid secretion.
- Indication
For the treatment of acid-reflux disorders (GERD), peptic ulcer disease, H. pylori eradication, and prevention of gastroinetestinal bleeds with NSAID use.
- Associated Conditions
- Duodenal Ulcer, Gastric Ulcer, Gastro-esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Heartburn, Helicobacter Pylori Infection, Non-erosive Reflux Esophagitis Disease (NERD), Vomiting, Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome, Develop NSAID-induced gastric ulcers, Erosive reflux esophagitis
- Associated Therapies
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Stomach drugs' class action
Patients using PPIs for digestive issues, who developed gastric cancer or kidney damage, can register for a class action by Shine Lawyers. Drugs under investigation include Nexium, Losec, Somac, Pariet, and Zoton FasTabs. PPIs reduce stomach acid but may increase gastrin levels linked to cancer cell formation.
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