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Drug Uses
Aciphex decreases the amount of acid produced in your
stomach. Aciphex is used to treat ulcers, gastroesophageal
reflux disease (GERD or heartburn), and other conditions
involving excessive stomach acid production.
How Taken
Aciphex is available for oral administration as delayed-release,
enteric-coated tablets. The recommended adult oral dose
is one Aciphex 20 mg delayed-release tablet to be taken
once daily for four to eight weeks. Take each dose with
a full glass of water. Do not break, chew, or split
the tablets. Swallow them whole. They are specially
formulated to release slowly in your body. Warnings/Precautions
Before taking Aciphex, tell your doctor if you are taking
any of the following medicines: ketoconazole (Nizoral),
ampicillin (Omnipen, Principen), iron (Feosol, Mol-Iron,
Fergon, Femiron, others), digoxin (Lanoxin, Lanoxicaps),
or cyclosporine (Sandimmune, Neoral). You may not be
able to take Aciphex, or you may require a dosage adjustment
or special monitoring during your treatment if you are
taking any of the medicines listed above. Drugs other
than those listed here may also interact with Aciphex.
Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any
prescription or over-the-counter medicines. Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed
dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up"
the dose to catch up. Possible Side Effects
Serious side effects from Aciphex are rare. Stop taking
Aciphex and seek emergency medical attention if you
experience an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing;
closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue,
or face; or hives) to Aciphex. Less serious side effects
from Aciphex are also uncommon. Continue to take Aciphex
and talk to your doctor if you experience headache;
upset stomach or diarrhea; insomnia or nervousness;
or a rash or itching. Side effects other than those
listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about
any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially
bothersome. Storage
Keep Aciphex out of the reach of children. Store Aciphex
at room temperature (between 59?F and 86?F). Protect
Aciphex from moisture. Overdose
Symptoms of an Aciphex overdose are not known. Seek
emergency medical attention. More Information
There are no restrictions on food, beverages, or activity
while taking Aciphex, unless otherwise directed by your
doctor. Do not stop taking Aciphex even if you begin
to feel better. Your symptoms may improve before your
condition is fully treated. Disclaimer
This drug information is for your information purposes
only, it is not intended that this information covers
all uses, directions, drug interactions, precautions,
or adverse effects of your medication. This is only
general information, and should not be relied on for
any purpose. It should not be construed as containing
specific instructions for any particular patient. We
disclaim all responsibility for the accuracy and reliability
of this information, and/or any consequences arising
from the use of this information, including damage or
adverse consequences to persons or property, however
such damages or consequences arise. No warranty, either
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