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Drug Uses -
Aciphex is taken in order to reduce the level of acid produced in your stomach. Aciphex treats ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD or heartburn), and other conditions that are connected with excessive stomach acid production.
How Taken -
Aciphex comes as delayed-release, enteric-coated tablets, that should be administrated orally. For adults it is recommended to take one delayed-release tablet per day during a period of four to eight weeks. It is necessary to drink a full glass of water with a tablet. It is obligatory to swallow it whole without chewing, dividing or crushing.
Warnings/Precautions -
Aciphex interacts with the following medicines: ketoconazole (Nizoral), ampicillin (Omnipen, Principen), iron (Feosol, Mol-Iron, Fergon, Femiron, others), digoxin (Lanoxin, Lanoxicaps), or cyclosporine (Sandimmune, Neoral). That is why if you take any of these medicines, you should consult with your doctor before taking Aciphex. You may need special dosage or monitoring. Moreover, there may be another medicines interacting with Aciphex.
Missed Dose -
You should take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Nevertheless, if it is near to the time for your next dose, do not take an extra tablet to catch up for the dose you forgot. Wait and take your next tablet at the regular time. Do not take a double dose.
Possible Side Effects -
Aciphex causes serious side effects rarely. You must stop taking Aciphex and seek emergency if you experience an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives). Less serious side effects are also unusual. You may not stop taking Aciphex, but you should consult with your doctor, if you experience headache; upset stomach or diarrhea; insomnia or nervousness; or a rash or itching. Other side effects may also occur.
Storage -
Store Aciphex at 59°F - 86°F in a dry place. Keep it out of the reach of children.
Overdose -
The Aciphex overdose needs emergency. The typical signs of an overdosage are not known.
More Information -
Any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity while taking Aciphex may be directed only by your doctor. You should not stop taking Aciphex when you feel better, as your condition improves until you are fully treated.
Disclaimer -
This is not complete information about this drug. It does not cover all aspects of Aciphex usage. This data should not be relied on for any purpose. It should not be used for any particular patient. We point out reliability of this information and/or any consequences arising from the use of this information, including damage or adverse after-effects to persons, however such damages or sequels arise. No warranty is made in regards to this information.
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