What is Aciphex Medication?
Aciphex is a prescription medication; it must be prescribed to you by a doctor. Aciphex, which is called Pariet outside of the United States, comes as an oral tablet in two different strengths; 10 and 20mg. This medication has a generic alternative available for purchase which can be purchased in both strengths as well. We carry both the brand and generic choice of Aciphex at My Drug Center.
What is the generic name for Aciphex?
The generic alternative for Aciphex is called rabeprazole; this is the active ingredient found inside each tablet. Rabeprazole is what makes Aciphex and its generic alternative therapeutically effective.
What is Rabeprazole?
Rabeprazole is a gastrointestinal agent; these types of drugs have an effect on the gastrointestinal system. Each gastrointestinal agent is divided into specific drug classes based on their mechanism of action; rabeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). It works by irreversibly blocking the gastric proton pump found in the stomach, preventing the final stage of stomach acid production. Rabeprazole is a drug which is metabolized in the liver, creating multiple metabolites during the process, and is excreted through the kidneys as 90% metabolites.
What is Rabeprazole used for?
Rabeprazole is used for gastrointestinal diseases; these are conditions that affect the stomach, small and large intestine, rectum, as well as the organs which help with digestion (liver, gallbladder, and pancreas). Aciphex is most commonly used for the treatment or maintenance of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in both children and adults; this is a condition that causes stomach acid (and sometimes other stomach contents) to flow back up into the esophagus causing damage and symptoms like heartburn. Additionally, this medication is also used for duodenal ulcers; these are sores that develop in the upper portion of the small intestine and the lining on the inside of your stomach.
When is the best time to take Aciphex?
Your doctor will be able to tell you when the best time is to take your dose. It is important to follow your doctor’s directions very carefully. It may depend on what indication you are treating. For the treatment of ulcers; it is typically suggested to take your tablet after a meal. For other indications; you may take the tablet with or without food, as directed by your doctor.
Aciphex how to take?
Your doctor will go over how you should correctly take Aciphex when prescribing it to you; it is important you follow those directions very carefully. In general, Aciphex tablets should not be chewed, crushed, or split in half; you must swallow the tablet whole. You may take this medication with or without food, as long as your doctor hasn’t set any restrictions or specific instructions. If you are still unsure, speak with your doctor before starting treatment.
What are the side effects of Aciphex?
The most common side effects of Aciphex may include headache, pain, sore throat, gas, or constipation. For pediatric patients, common side effects may include stomach pain, diarrhea, or headache. There may be other side effects not listed here; speak with your doctor to learn more about the side effects of rabeprazole (Aciphex).
What is the cost of Aciphex?
In the United States, Aciphex can be considered an expensive medication. Why is Aciphex so expensive? There could be a few different possibilities; however, Aciphex isn’t expensive everywhere. Such as at My Drug Center; we carry rabeprazole for as low as $54.00 when you buy a supply of 90 – 10mg tablets; in the United States, a similar supply would cost you $350.00+ more than our price.
Who makes Aciphex?
The brand-name medication Aciphex is manufactured by Eisai, a Japanese pharmaceutical company, which was the first to develop Aciphex. Today, it is co-marketed in the United States by Eisai and Janssen Pharmaceutica.