Rapacid Mr 10mg, 20mg, 40 mg Hard gelatine capsules
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of duodenal and gastric ulcers, reflux oesophagitis, and H. pylori eradication.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: 20 mg once daily; can increase to 40 mg if needed.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 1-2 hours, Duration: 24 hours
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Impaired renal function
- Impaired hepatic function
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Safety in pregnancy and breastfeeding not established.
Key Drug Interactions
- Nelfinavir
- Atazanavir
- Clopidogrel
- Digoxin
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to omeprazole
- Concomitant use with nelfinavir
Common side effects
- Headache
- Abdominal pain
- Constipation
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea
Counselling Points
- Take in the morning with water
- Do not chew or crush capsules
- Report any signs of renal issues
Serious warnings
- Risk of fractures
- Hypomagnesaemia
- Acute interstitial nephritis
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