This medicine is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI)
used to treat ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux
(GERD), erosive esophagitis, or Zollinger-Ellison
syndrome. This medicine works by blocking acid
production in the stomach. It may be used in combination
with antibiotics (e.g., amoxicillin, clarithromycin)
to treat certain types of ulcers. It may also
be used to treat other conditions as determined
by your doctor.
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Aciphex
Before using
INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription
and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. Inform
your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies,
pregnancy, or breast-feeding. ADDITIONAL MONITORING
OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may be needed if you are taking
digoxin, iron, itraconazole, ketoconazole, sucralfate,
or vitamins with iron. Contact your doctor or pharmacist
if you have any questions or concerns about using this
medicine.
Directions
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided
by your doctor. SWALLOW WHOLE. Do not break, crush,
or chew before swallowing. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room
temperature at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) in a tightly-closed
container, away from heat, moisture, and light. IF YOU
MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE and you are taking 1 dose
daily, take the missed dose if you remember the same
day. Skip the missed dose if you do not remember until
the next day. DO NOT take 2 doses at once.
Cautions
BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription
or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
FOR WOMEN: IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED
in breast milk. DO NOT BREAST-FEED while taking this
medicine.
Possible side effects
NO COMMON SIDE EFFECTS HAVE BEEN REPORTED with the proper
use of this medicine. If you notice any unusual effects,
contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug interactions
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects
or prevent a medicine from doing its job. Use our drug
interaction checker to find out if your medicines interact
with each other. Check drug interactions
If you take too much
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison
control center or emergency room immediately.
Additional information
If you are taking this medicine for gastric ulcers or
reflux disease, your symptoms should improve within
4 to 8 weeks. If your symptoms do not improve or if
they become worse, contact your doctor. DO NOT SHARE
THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was not prescribed.
DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions.
KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children and
pets. IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD
OF TIME, obtain refills before your supply runs out.
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