Dosing & Uses
Dosage Forms & Strengths
tablet, delayed-release
- 20mg
Duodenal Ulcer
Indicated for short-term (up to 4 weeks) treatment in healing and symptomatic relief of duodenal ulcers
20 mg PO qDay after morning meal for up to 4 weeks; to achieve healing, some patients may require additional therapy
Helicobacter Pylori Eradication
In combination with amoxicillin and clarithromycin for treatment of H pylori infection and duodenal ulcer disease (active or history within past 5 yr)
20 mg PO BID for 7 days with morning and evening meals; take with amoxicillin 1000 mg PO BID and clarithromycin 500 mg BID
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Healing or erosive or ulcerative GERD
- 20 mg PO qDay for 4-8 weeks; if not healed after 8 weeks, an additional 8-week course may be considered
- Maintenance dosing (20 mg/day for up to 12 months) shown to reduce relapse rates
Symptomatic GERD
- Treatment of daytime and nighttime heartburn and other symptoms associated with GERD
- 20 mg PO qDay for 4 weeks; if symptoms not completely resolved after 4 weeks, an additional course may be considered
Hypersecretory Conditions
Long-term treatment of pathologic hypersecretory conditions, including Zollinger-Ellison syndrome
60 mg PO qDay initially; may increase to 100 mg PO qDay or 60 mg PO q12hr
Dosing considerations
- Continue use as long as clinically needed; some patients with SE have been treated continuously for up to 1 yr
Dosage Modifications
Renal impairment: Dose adjustment not necessary
Hepatic impairment
- Mild to moderate: Dose adjustment not necessary
- Severe: Not studied
Dosage Forms & Strengths
tablet, delayed-release
- 20mg
capsule, sprinkle
- 5mg
- 10mg
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Delayed-release tablet
- Indicated for short-term treatment of symptomatic GERD in adolescents
- <12 years: Safety and efficacy not established
- ≥12 years: 20 mg PO qDay for up to 8 weeks
Delayed-release capsule (sprinkles)
- <1 year: Safety and efficacy not established
- 1-11 years (<15 kg): 5 mg PO qDay 30 minutes before a meal, for up to 12 weeks; may increase to 10 mg/day if inadequate response
- 1-11 years (≥15 kg): 10 mg PO qDay 30 minutes before a meal, for up to 12 weeks
Interactions
Interaction Checker
No Results
Contraindicated
Serious - Use Alternative
Significant - Monitor Closely
Minor
Contraindicated (4)
- erlotinib
rabeprazole decreases levels of erlotinib by Other (see comment). Contraindicated. Comment: Concomitant use of proton pump inhibitors with erlotinib should be avoided if possible. Drugs that alter pH of upper GI tract may alter the solubility of erlotinib and reduce its bioavailability. .
- mavacamten
rabeprazole will increase the level or effect of mavacamten by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Contraindicated. Strong or moderate CYP2C19 inhibitors may increase mavacamten systemic exposure, resulting in heart failure due to systolic dysfunction.
- nelfinavir
rabeprazole decreases levels of nelfinavir by unspecified interaction mechanism. Contraindicated. Coadministration may lead to loss of nelfinavir virologic response and development of resistance; mechanism may be CYP2C19 inhibition of nelfinavir conversion to active M8 metabolite, and also PPIs decreasing gastric pH resulting in decreased nelfinavir absorption.
- rilpivirine
rabeprazole decreases levels of rilpivirine by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Contraindicated. Concurrent use may cause treatment failure and/or the development of rilpivirine or NNRTI resistance owing to decreased levels.
Serious - Use Alternative (31)
- abametapir
abametapir will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. For 2 weeks after abametapir application, avoid taking drugs that are CYP3A4 substrates. If not feasible, avoid use of abametapir.
- acalabrutinib
rabeprazole decreases levels of acalabrutinib by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Acalabrutinib solubility decreases with increasing gastric pH. Due to the long-lasting effect of PPIs, separation of doses may not eliminate the interaction.
- apalutamide
apalutamide will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration of apalutamide, a strong CYP2C19 inducer, with drugs that are CYP2C19 substrates can result in lower exposure to these medications. Avoid or substitute another drug for these medications when possible. Evaluate for loss of therapeutic effect if medication must be coadministered.
apalutamide will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration of apalutamide, a strong CYP3A4 inducer, with drugs that are CYP3A4 substrates can result in lower exposure to these medications. Avoid or substitute another drug for these medications when possible. Evaluate for loss of therapeutic effect if medication must be coadministered. Adjust dose according to prescribing information if needed. - atazanavir
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of atazanavir by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Atazanavir solubility decreases as pH increases. Substantially reduced plasma concentrations of atazanavir are expected if PPIs are coadministered. PPI dose should not exceed a dose comparable to omeprazole 20 mg and must be taken ~12 h before atazanavir/ritonavir in treatment naive-patients. PPIs are not recommended in treatment-experienced taking atazanavir.
- clopidogrel
rabeprazole decreases effects of clopidogrel by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Clopidogrel efficacy may be reduced by drugs that inhibit CYP2C19. Inhibition of platelet aggregation by clopidogrel is entirely due to an active metabolite. Clopidogrel is metabolized to this active metabolite in part by CYP2C19. .
- dacomitinib
rabeprazole will increase the level or effect of dacomitinib by unspecified interaction mechanism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Concomitant use with a PPI decreases dacomitinib concentrations, which may reduce dacomitinib efficacy. Avoid use of PPIs with dacomitinib. As an alternative to PPIs, use locally-acting antacids or an H2-receptor antagonist. Administer at least 6 hours before or 10 hours after taking an H2-receptor antagonist.
- dasatinib
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of dasatinib by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- digoxin
rabeprazole will increase the level or effect of digoxin by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- fedratinib
rabeprazole will increase the level or effect of fedratinib by Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of fedratinib (a CYP3A4 and CYP2C19 substrate) with dual CYP3A4 and CYP2C19 inhibitor. Effect of coadministration of a dual CYP3A4 and CYP2C19 inhibitor with fedratinib has not been studied.
- fexinidazole
fexinidazole will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Fexinidazole inhibits CYP3A4. Coadministration may increase risk for adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
- idelalisib
idelalisib will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Idelalisib is a strong CYP3A inhibitor; avoid coadministration with sensitive CYP3A substrates
- indinavir
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of indinavir by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- infigratinib
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of infigratinib by inhibition of GI absorption. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- itraconazole
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of itraconazole by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- ivosidenib
ivosidenib will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of sensitive CYP3A4 substrates with ivosidenib or replace with alternative therapies. If coadministration is unavoidable, monitor patients for loss of therapeutic effect of these drugs.
- ketoconazole
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of ketoconazole by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- levoketoconazole
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of levoketoconazole by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- lonafarnib
lonafarnib will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration with sensitive CYP3A substrates. If coadministration unavoidable, monitor for adverse reactions and reduce CYP3A substrate dose in accordance with product labeling.
rabeprazole will increase the level or effect of lonafarnib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration of lonafarnib (a sensitive CYP3A substrate) with weak CYP3A inhibitors is unavoidable, reduce to, or continue lonafarnib at starting dose. Closely monitor for arrhythmias and events (eg, syncope, heart palpitations) since lonafarnib effect on QT interval is unknown.
lonafarnib will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Lonafarnib may increase the AUC and peak concentration of CYP2C19 substrates. If coadministration unavoidable, monitor for adverse reactions and reduce the CYP2C19 substrate dose in accordance with its approved product labeling. - mesalamine
rabeprazole decreases effects of mesalamine by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Applies only to sustained release dosage form.
- mifepristone
mifepristone will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- neratinib
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of neratinib by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- nilotinib
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of nilotinib by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Nilotinib has a pH-dependent solubility and solubility is decreased at higher pH; separating doses may not eliminate this effect because of PPI extended duration of action
- nisoldipine
rabeprazole will increase the level or effect of nisoldipine by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- pazopanib
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of pazopanib by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of pazopanib with drugs that raise gastric pH; consider short-acting antacids in place of PPIs and H2 antagonists; separate antacid and pazopanib dosing by several hours
- pexidartinib
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of pexidartinib by inhibition of GI absorption. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) with pexidartinib. Use H2-receptor antagonists or antacids if needed. When using alternatives to PPIs, administer pexidartinib 2 hr before or after taking locally-acting antacids OR administer pexidartinib at least 2 hr before or 10 hr after taking an H2-receptor antagonist.
- phenytoin
phenytoin will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Consider alternative for one of the interacting drugs
- secretin
rabeprazole, secretin. Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: Concomitant use of H2-receptor antagonists may cause a hyperresponse in gastrin secretion in response to stimulation testing with secretin, falsely suggesting gastrinoma. Discontinue H2-receptor antagonists at least 2 days before administering secretin to aid in the diagnosis of gastrinoma.
- sofosbuvir/velpatasvir
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of sofosbuvir/velpatasvir by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Velpatasvir solubility decreases as gastric pH increases (practically insoluble at pH >5). Coadministration of sofosbuvir/velpatasvir with omeprazole or other PPIs is not recommended. If considered medically necessary, give sofosbuvir/velpatasvir with food 4 hr before omeprazole 20 mg. Use with other PPIs has not been studied.
- sotorasib
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of sotorasib by inhibition of GI absorption. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If use with an acid-reducing agent cannot be avoided, administer sotorasib 4 hr before or 10 hr after administration of a locally-acting antacid.
- tucatinib
rabeprazole will increase the level or effect of tucatinib by Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration of tucatinib (a CYP2C8 substrate) with a strong or moderate CYP2C8 inhibitors increases tucatinib plasma concentrations and risk of toxicities.
tucatinib will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid concomitant use of tucatinib with CYP3A substrates, where minimal concentration changes may lead to serious or life-threatening toxicities. If unavoidable, reduce CYP3A substrate dose according to product labeling. - voxelotor
voxelotor will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Voxelotor increases systemic exposure of sensitive CYP3A4 substrates. Avoid coadministration with sensitive CYP3A4 substrates with a narrow therapeutic index. Consider dose reduction of the sensitive CYP3A4 substrate(s) if unable to avoid.
Monitor Closely (78)
- ampicillin
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of ampicillin by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Use Caution/Monitor.
- atogepant
rabeprazole will increase the level or effect of atogepant by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- avapritinib
rabeprazole will increase the level or effect of avapritinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- axitinib
rabeprazole increases levels of axitinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- belumosudil
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of belumosudil by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Increase belumosudil dosage to 200 mg PO BID when coadministered with proton pump inhibitors.
- bosutinib
rabeprazole decreases levels of bosutinib by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: PPIs may decrease bosutinib concentration by ~45%; bosutinib displays pH-dependent solubility.
- budesonide
rabeprazole decreases effects of budesonide by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Enteric-coated budesonide dissolves at pH >5.5. Also, dissolution of extended-release budesonide tablets is pH dependent. Coadministration with drugs that increase gastric pH may cause these budesonide products to prematurely dissolve, and possibly affect release properties and absorption of the drug in the duodenum.
- cannabidiol
rabeprazole will increase the level or effect of cannabidiol by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Consider reducing the cannabidiol dose when coadministered with a moderate CYP2C19 inhibitor.
cannabidiol will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Consider reducing the dose of sensitive CYP2C19 substrates, as clinically appropriate, when coadministered with cannabidiol. - capecitabine
rabeprazole decreases effects of capecitabine by unknown mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Retrospective data suggest elevated gastric pH caused by PPI use may impair capecitabine tablet dissolution and/or reduce absorption.
- carbamazepine
carbamazepine will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- carbonyl iron
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of carbonyl iron by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Use Caution/Monitor.
- cefpodoxime
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of cefpodoxime by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Use Caution/Monitor.
- cefuroxime
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of cefuroxime by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Use Caution/Monitor.
- cenobamate
cenobamate will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Increase dose of CYP3A4 substrate, as needed, when coadministered with cenobamate.
cenobamate will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Consider a dose reduction of CYP2C19 substrates, as clinically appropriate, when used concomitantly with cenobamate. - ceritinib
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of ceritinib by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- cilostazol
rabeprazole increases toxicity of cilostazol by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Consider decreasing cilostazol dose; moderate CYP2C19 inhibitors may increase serum levels of 3,4-dehydrocilostazol (active metabolite).
- cimetidine
cimetidine will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- clarithromycin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- clobazam
rabeprazole will increase the level or effect of clobazam by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Dosage adjustment may be required; CYP2C19 inhibitors may result in increased exposure to N-desmethylclobazam (active metabolite).
- cobicistat
cobicistat will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- crizotinib
rabeprazole decreases levels of crizotinib by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Use Caution/Monitor. Drugs that elevate the gastric pH may decrease the solubility of crizotinib and subsequently reduce its bioavailability. However, no formal studies have been conducted. .
- cyclosporine
cyclosporine, rabeprazole. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: When used for prolonged periods of time PPIs may cause hypomagnesemia and the risk is further increased when used concomitantly with drugs that also have the same effects.
- dabrafenib
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of dabrafenib by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Use Caution/Monitor. Drugs that alter upper GI tract pH (eg, PPIs, H2-blockers, antacids) may decrease dabrafenib solubility and reduce its bioavailability
dabrafenib will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. - dextroamphetamine
rabeprazole, dextroamphetamine. Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Reduced gastric acidity caused by proton pump inhibitors decreases time to Tmax for amphetamine and dextroamphetamine. AUC was unaffected. .
- diazepam intranasal
rabeprazole will increase the level or effect of diazepam intranasal by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong or moderate CYP2C19 inhibitors may decrease rate of diazepam elimination, thereby increasing adverse reactions to diazepam.
- digoxin
rabeprazole increases toxicity of digoxin by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Prolonged use of PPIs may cause hypomagnesemia and increase risk for digoxin toxicity.
- elagolix
elagolix will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Elagolix is a weak CYP2C19 inhibitor. Caution with sensitive CYP2C19 substrates.
elagolix decreases levels of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Elagolix is a weak-to-moderate CYP3A4 inducer. Monitor CYP3A substrates if coadministered. Consider increasing CYP3A substrate dose if needed. - encorafenib
encorafenib, rabeprazole. affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Encorafenib both inhibits and induces CYP3A4 at clinically relevant plasma concentrations. Coadministration of encorafenib with sensitive CYP3A4 substrates may result in increased toxicity or decreased efficacy of these agents.
- eslicarbazepine acetate
eslicarbazepine acetate will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- fedratinib
fedratinib will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Adjust dose of drugs that are CYP3A4 substrates as necessary.
fedratinib will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Adjust dose of drugs that are CYP2C19 substrates as necessary. - ferric carboxymaltose
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of ferric carboxymaltose by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Use Caution/Monitor.
- ferric gluconate
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of ferric gluconate by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Use Caution/Monitor.
- ferric maltol
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of ferric maltol by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Use Caution/Monitor.
- ferrous fumarate
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of ferrous fumarate by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Use Caution/Monitor.
- ferrous gluconate
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of ferrous gluconate by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Use Caution/Monitor.
- ferrous sulfate
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of ferrous sulfate by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Use Caution/Monitor.
- fexinidazole
fexinidazole will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- finerenone
rabeprazole will increase the level or effect of finerenone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Monitor serum potassium during initiation and dosage adjustment of either finererone or weak CYP3A4 inhibitors. Adjust finererone dosage as needed.
- flibanserin
rabeprazole will increase the level or effect of flibanserin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increased flibanserin adverse effects may occur if coadministered with multiple weak CYP3A4 inhibitors.
- fluvoxamine
fluvoxamine will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- fosamprenavir
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of fosamprenavir by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Use Caution/Monitor.
- gefitinib
rabeprazole decreases levels of gefitinib by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Use Caution/Monitor. Avoid coadministration of gefitinib with PPIs if possible. If treatment with a PPI is required, separate gefitinib and PPI doses by 12 hr.
- iron dextran complex
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of iron dextran complex by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Use Caution/Monitor.
- iron sucrose
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of iron sucrose by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Use Caution/Monitor.
- isavuconazonium sulfate
rabeprazole will increase the level or effect of isavuconazonium sulfate by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- istradefylline
istradefylline will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Istradefylline 40 mg/day increased peak levels and AUC of CYP3A4 substrates in clinical trials. This effect was not observed with istradefylline 20 mg/day. Consider dose reduction of sensitive CYP3A4 substrates.
- itraconazole
itraconazole will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. For patients using the Sporanox brand of itraconazole (capsules or solution), administer proton pump inhibitors at least 2 hr before or 2 hr after itraconazole. Use of Sporanox oral solution or administration of itraconazole with an acidic beverage (eg, cola) may minimize the significance of this interaction.
- ketoconazole
ketoconazole will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- ledipasvir/sofosbuvir
rabeprazole decreases levels of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Ledipasvir solubility decreases as pH increases; drugs that increase gastric pH are expected to decrease levels of ledipasvir; proton-pump inhibitor doses comparable to omeprazole <20 mg can be administered simultaneously with ledipasvir/sofosbuvir under fasted conditions.
- lemborexant
rabeprazole will increase the level or effect of lemborexant by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Lower nightly dose of lemborexant recommended if coadministered with weak CYP3A4 inhibitors. See drug monograph for specific dosage modification.
- letermovir
letermovir increases levels of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- levoketoconazole
levoketoconazole will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- lomitapide
rabeprazole increases levels of lomitapide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Lomitapide dose should not exceed 30 mg/day.
- lumacaftor/ivacaftor
lumacaftor/ivacaftor, rabeprazole. affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. In vitro studies suggest that lumacaftor may induce and ivacaftor may inhibit CYP2C19 substrates. .
lumacaftor/ivacaftor will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Lumacaftor/ivacaftor is a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor and also has the potential to induce CYP2C19 and both induce and inhibitor P-gp. - methotrexate
rabeprazole increases levels of methotrexate by decreasing renal clearance. Use Caution/Monitor. Increased risk of toxicity with higher doses.
- methylphenidate
rabeprazole decreases effects of methylphenidate by enhancing GI absorption. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Since the characteristics of methylphenidate extended release capsules (Ritalin LA) are pH dependent, coadministration of antacids or acid suppressants could alter the release of methylphenidate. Consider separating the administration of the antacid and the methylphenidate extended-release capsules may be avoided.
- midazolam intranasal
rabeprazole will increase the level or effect of midazolam intranasal by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration of mild CYP3A4 inhibitors with midazolam intranasal may cause higher midazolam systemic exposure, which may prolong sedation.
- mitotane
mitotane decreases levels of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Mitotane is a strong inducer of cytochrome P-4503A4; monitor when coadministered with CYP3A4 substrates for possible dosage adjustments.
- mycophenolate
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of mycophenolate by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Use Caution/Monitor. Potential interaction applies to mycophenolate mofetil. Enteric coated mycophenolate sodium formulation is less sensitive to this interaction. Clinical significance unclear.
- nefazodone
nefazodone will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- polysaccharide iron
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of polysaccharide iron by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Use Caution/Monitor.
- posaconazole
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of posaconazole by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Use Caution/Monitor.
- rifabutin
rifabutin will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- rifampin
rifampin will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- rose hips
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of rose hips by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Use Caution/Monitor.
- rucaparib
rucaparib will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Adjust dosage of CYP3A4 substrates, if clinically indicated.
rucaparib will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Adjust dosage of CYP2C19 substrates, if clinically indicated. - saquinavir
rabeprazole will increase the level or effect of saquinavir by unknown mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Potential for increased toxicity.
- secobarbital
secobarbital will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
secobarbital will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. - selexipag
rabeprazole will increase the level or effect of selexipag by decreasing metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Reduce selexipag dose to once daily if coadministered with moderate CYP2C8 inhibitors.
- St John's Wort
St John's Wort will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- stiripentol
stiripentol, rabeprazole. affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Stiripentol is a CYP3A4 inhibitor and inducer. Monitor CYP3A4 substrates coadministered with stiripentol for increased or decreased effects. CYP3A4 substrates may require dosage adjustment.
stiripentol will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Consider reducing the dose of CYP2C19 substrates, if adverse reactions are experienced when administered concomitantly with stiripentol. - tacrolimus
rabeprazole will increase the level or effect of tacrolimus by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Concomitant administration may increase tacrolimus whole blood concentrations, particularly in intermediate or poor metabolizers of CYP2C19
rabeprazole, tacrolimus. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Contomitant use of agents that can cause magnesium loss can result in hypomagnesemia. - tazemetostat
tazemetostat will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
rabeprazole will increase the level or effect of tazemetostat by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. - tecovirimat
tecovirimat will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Tecovirimat is a weak inhibitor of CYP2C8 and CYP2C19. Monitor for adverse effects if coadministered with sensitive substrates of these enzymes.
tecovirimat will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Tecovirimat is a weak CYP3A4 inducer. Monitor sensitive CYP3A4 substrates for effectiveness if coadministered. - theophylline
rabeprazole increases toxicity of theophylline by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Prolonged use of proton pump inhibitors can cause hypochlorhydria, which in turn causes peristalsis in small intestine to increase and peristalsis in the proximal colon to decrease; monitor for toxicity.
- tinidazole
rabeprazole will increase the level or effect of tinidazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- triclabendazole
triclabendazole will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. If plasma concentrations of the CYP2C19 substrates are elevated during triclabendazole, recheck plasma concentration of the CYP2C19 substrates after discontinuation of triclabendazole.
- vismodegib
rabeprazole will decrease the level or effect of vismodegib by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Drugs that increase gastric pH alter vismodegib solubility and therefore reduce bioavailability; effect on efficacy unknown
Minor (57)
- amobarbital
amobarbital will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
amobarbital will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown. - atazanavir
atazanavir will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- blessed thistle
blessed thistle decreases effects of rabeprazole by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Theoretical interaction.
- bortezomib
bortezomib will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- bosentan
bosentan will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- butabarbital
butabarbital will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
butabarbital will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown. - butalbital
butalbital will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
butalbital will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown. - cyanocobalamin
rabeprazole decreases levels of cyanocobalamin by inhibition of GI absorption. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- darifenacin
darifenacin decreases effects of rabeprazole by Other (see comment). Minor/Significance Unknown. Comment: Effectiveness of proton pump inhibitors may be decreased theoretically if administered with other antisecretory agents.
- darunavir
darunavir will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- dasatinib
dasatinib will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- devil's claw
devil's claw decreases effects of rabeprazole by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- dexamethasone
dexamethasone will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- DHEA, herbal
DHEA, herbal will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- dronedarone
dronedarone will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- efavirenz
efavirenz will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
efavirenz will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown. - elvitegravir/cobicistat/emtricitabine/tenofovir DF
elvitegravir/cobicistat/emtricitabine/tenofovir DF, rabeprazole. affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Based on drug interaction studies conducted with the components of Stribild, no clinically significant drug interactions have been either observed or are expected when coadministered with PPIs.
- erythromycin base
erythromycin base will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- erythromycin ethylsuccinate
erythromycin ethylsuccinate will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- erythromycin lactobionate
erythromycin lactobionate will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- erythromycin stearate
erythromycin stearate will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- eslicarbazepine acetate
eslicarbazepine acetate will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Monitor for GI symptoms; net increased or decreased effect on PPI action unclear due to opposing CYP450 actions
- etravirine
etravirine will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- fluconazole
fluconazole will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
fluconazole will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown. - fluoxetine
fluoxetine will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- fosphenytoin
fosphenytoin will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- grapefruit
grapefruit will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- hydrocortisone
hydrocortisone will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- indinavir
indinavir will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- isoniazid
isoniazid will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- levothyroxine
rabeprazole decreases levels of levothyroxine by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Minor/Significance Unknown. Conflicting evidence regarding this interaction exists.
- liothyronine
rabeprazole decreases levels of liothyronine by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Minor/Significance Unknown. Conflicting evidence regarding this interaction exists.
- liotrix
rabeprazole decreases levels of liotrix by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Minor/Significance Unknown. Conflicting evidence regarding this interaction exists.
- lisdexamfetamine
rabeprazole, lisdexamfetamine. Other (see comment). Minor/Significance Unknown. Comment: Reduced gastric acidity caused by proton pump inhibitors decreases time to Tmax for amphetamine and dextroamphetamine. AUC was unaffected. .
- marijuana
marijuana will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- methamphetamine
rabeprazole decreases levels of methamphetamine by Other (see comment). Minor/Significance Unknown. Comment: Time to maximum concentration (Tmax) of amphetamine is decreased compared to when administered alone; monitor patients for changes in clinical effect and adjust therapy based on clinical response.
- methylprednisolone
methylprednisolone will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- modafinil
modafinil will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Net effect on pantoprazole actions unknown due to opposing effects of CYP450 enzymes; monitor
- nafcillin
nafcillin will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- nelfinavir
nelfinavir will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- nevirapine
nevirapine will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- oxcarbazepine
oxcarbazepine will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- pentobarbital
pentobarbital will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- phenobarbital
phenobarbital will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- phenytoin
phenytoin will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Consider alternative for one of the interacting drugs
- phytoestrogens
rabeprazole decreases levels of phytoestrogens by inhibition of GI absorption. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- ponatinib
rabeprazole decreases levels of ponatinib by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- posaconazole
posaconazole will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- primidone
primidone will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- quinupristin/dalfopristin
quinupristin/dalfopristin will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- ribociclib
ribociclib will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- rifampin
rifampin will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- rifapentine
rifapentine will decrease the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- ritonavir
ritonavir will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- ruxolitinib topical
rabeprazole will increase the level or effect of ruxolitinib topical by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- thyroid desiccated
rabeprazole decreases levels of thyroid desiccated by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Minor/Significance Unknown. Conflicting evidence regarding this interaction exists.
- voriconazole
voriconazole will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2C19 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
voriconazole will increase the level or effect of rabeprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
Adverse Effects
1-10%
Headache (2-10%)
Constipation (2%)
Diarrhea (2-5%)
Flatulence (3%)
Pain (3%)
Pharyngitis (3%)
Abdominal pain (4%)
<1%
Agitation
Agranulocytosis
Alopecia
Anemia
Angioedema
Chest pain
Delirium
Erythema multiforme
Hypokalemia
Hypomagnesemia
Hyponatremia
Jaundice
Leukocytosis
Leukopenia
Migraine
Osteoporosis related fracture
Rhabdomyolysis
Stevens-Johnson syndrome
Sudden death
Toxic epidermal necrolysis
Abnormal taste
Postmarketing Reports
Cutaneous and systemic lupus erythematosus
Cyanocobalamin (vitamin B-12) deficiency
Blood and lymphatic system disorders: Hemolytic anemia, pancytopenia, thrombocytopenia
Ear and labyrinth disorders: Vertigo
Eye disorders: Blurred vision
Immune system disorders: Anaphylaxis, toxic epidermal necrolysis (some fatal), drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS), acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP)
Infections and ifestations: Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea
Investigations: Increases in prothrombin time/INR (in patients treated with concomitant warfarin), TSH elevations
Metabolism and nutrition disorders: Hyperammonemia
Musculoskeletal system disorders: Bone fracture
Nervous system disorders: Coma
Psychiatric disorders: Disorientation
Renal and urinary disorders: Interstitial nephritis
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders: Interstitial pneumonia
Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders: Severe dermatologic reactions including bullous and other drug eruptions of the skin
Gastrointestinal: Fundic gland polyps
Acute tubulointerstitial nephritis
Warnings
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to rabeprazole or other proton pump inhibitors (PPIs)
Rilpivirine-containing products
Cautions
PPIs are possibly associated with increased incidence of Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea (CDAD); consider diagnosis of CDAD for patients taking PPIs with diarrhea that does not improve
In liver disease may require dosage reduction
Cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE) and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) reported with PPIs; avoid using for longer than medically indicated; discontinue if signs or symptoms consistent with CLE or SLE are observed and refer patient to specialist; most patients improve with discontinuation of PPI alone in 4-12 weeks; serological testing (e.g. ANA) may be positive and elevated serological test results may take longer to resolve than clinical manifestations
Severe cutaneous adverse reactions, including Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN), drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS), and acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP) reported in association with use of PPIs; discontinue therapy at first signs or symptoms of severe cutaneous adverse reactions or other signs of hypersensitivity and consider further evaluation
Use of proton pump inhibitors may increase risk of salmonella and campylobacter infection
Reduce of symptoms does not eliminate presence of gastric malignancy; consider additional follow-up and diagnostic testing in adult patients who have suboptimal response or early symptomatic relapse after completing treatment with a PPI
Published observational studies suggest that PPI therapy may be associated with an increased risk of osteoporosis-related fractures of the hip, wrist, or spine; particularly with prolonged (>1 yr), high-dose therapy
Decreased gastric acidity increases serum chromogranin A (CgA) levels and may cause false positive diagnostic results for neuroendocrine tumors; temporarily discontinue PPIs before assessing CgA levels
Monitor for increases in INR and prothombin time when coadministered with warfarin
Daily long-term use (e.g., longer than 3 years) may lead to malabsorption or a deficiency of cyanocobalamin
Acute interstitial nephritis reported in patients taking proton pump inhibitors
Concomitant use of proton pump inhibitors with methotrexate, primarily at high dose, may elevate and prolong serum concentrations of methotrexate and/or its metabolite, possibly leading to methotrexate toxicities; in high-dose methotrexate administration, a temporary withdrawal of the PPI may be considered in some patients
PPI therapy is associated with increased risk of fundic gland polyp; risk increases with long-term use >1 year; patient may be asymptomatic; problem usually identified incidentally on endoscopy; use shortest duration of therapy appropriate to condition being treated
Acute tubulointerstitial nephritis (TIN) reported in patients taking PPIs; may occur at any point during PPI therapy; patients may present with varying signs and symptoms from symptomatic hypersensitivity reactions to non-specific symptoms of decreased renal function (e.g., malaise, nausea, anorexia); in reported case series, some patients were diagnosed on biopsy and in absence of extra-renal manifestations (eg, fever, rash or arthralgia); discontinue therapy and evaluate patients with suspected acute TIN
Hypomagnesemia and mineral metabolism
- Hypomagnesemia may occur with prolonged use (ie, >1 yr); adverse effects, such as tetany, arrhythmias, or seizures, may result; in 25% of cases reviewed, magnesium supplementation alone did not improve low serum magnesium levels, and the PPI had to be discontinued; consider monitoring magnesium levels prior to initiation of PPI treatment and periodically
- Hypomagnesemia may lead to hypocalcemia and/or hypokalemia and may exacerbate underlying hypocalcemia in at-risk patients; in most patients, treatment of hypomagnesemia required magnesium replacement and discontinuation of the PPI
- Consider monitoring magnesium and calcium levels prior to initiation of therapy and periodically while on treatment in patients with a preexisting risk of hypocalcemia (eg, hypoparathyroidism); supplement with magnesium and/or calcium as necessary. If hypocalcemia is refractory to treatment, consider discontinuing the PPI
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy
There are no available human data in pregnant women to inform drug associated risk; background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for indicated populations are unknown; however, background risk in U.S. general population of major birth defects is 2-4% and of miscarriage is 15- 20% of clinically recognized pregnancies; no evidence of adverse developmental effects were seen in animal reproduction studies with rabeprazole administered during organogenesis at 13 and 8 times human area under plasma concentration-time curve (AUC) at recommended dose for GERD, in rats and rabbits, respectively; changes in bone morphology were observed in offspring of rats treated with oral doses of different PPI through most of pregnancy and lactation; when maternal administration was confined to gestation only, there were no effects on bone physeal morphology in offspring at any age
Lactation
Lactation studies have not been conducted to assess presence in human milk, effects on breastfed infant, or effects on milk production; drug is present in rat milk; development and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with mother’s clinical need for therapy and any potential adverse effects on breastfed infant from drug or from underlying maternal condition
Pregnancy Categories
A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.
B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk. C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done. D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk. X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist. NA: Information not available.Pharmacology
Mechanism of Action
Proton pump inhibitor (PPI); binds to H+/K+-exchanging ATPase (proton pump) in gastric parietal cells, blocking acid secretion
Absorption
Bioavailability: 52%
Onset: Within 1 hr
Duration: 24 hr
Peak plasma time: 2-5 hr (tablet); 1-6.5 hr (capsule)
Distribution
Protein bound: 95-98%
Metabolism
Metabolism: Liver; extensively by hepatic P450 enzyme CYP2C19; second pathway through CYP3A4; also by non-enzymatic reduction
Metabolites (presumed inactive): Rabeprazole thioether, sulfone metabolite, desmethyl metabolite, desmethyl thioether, thioether carboxylic acid
CYP2C19 substrate (minor)
Elimination
Half-life elimination: 1-2 hr, depending on dose
Dialyzable: No
Total body clearance: 4-8 mL/min/kg
Excretion: Urine (90%); feces (10%)
Administration
Oral Administration
Delayed-release tablet
- Administer with or without meals
- Swallow tablet whole; do not chew or crush
Delayed-release capsule
- Take 30 minutes before a meal
- Contains enteric coated granules (acid labile); do not chew or crush
- Do not swallow capsule whole
- Open capsule and sprinkle entire contents on small amount of soft food (eg, applesauce, fruit- or vegetable-based baby food, or yogurt) or empty contents into a small amount of liquid (eg, infant formula, apple juice, or pediatric electrolyte solution)
- Take entire dose within 15 minutes of preparation
- Food or liquid should be at or below room temperature; do not store mixture for future use
Missed dose
- Administer a missed dose as soon as possible
- If administration time is close to the following dose, skip missed dose and take current dose
- Do not take 2 doses at the same time
Storage
Delayed release tablet and capsule: Store at room temperature at 77°F (25°C); excursions permitted to 59-86°F (15-30°C)
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Patient Handout
rabeprazole oral
RABEPRAZOLE DELAYED-RELEASE - ORAL
(ra-BEP-ra-zole)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Aciphex
USES: Rabeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Rabeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs).
HOW TO USE: Read the Medication Guide and the Patient Information Leaflet if available from your pharmacist before you start taking rabeprazole and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.If you are using the tablets, take your dose by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually 1 to 2 times daily. Swallow the tablet whole with water. Do not crush, chew, or split the tablet. Doing so can release all of the drug at once, increasing the risk of side effects.If you are using the capsules, take the dose 30 minutes before a meal as directed by your doctor, usually once daily. Do not swallow the capsule whole. Open the capsule and sprinkle the contents onto a small amount of soft food (such as applesauce or yogurt) or liquid. The food or liquid that you use should be at or below room temperature. Swallow the entire mixture within 15 minutes of preparing it. Do not chew or crush the prepared mixture.The dosage and length of treatment are based on your medical condition and response to treatment. In children, the dosage is also based on weight.If needed, antacids may be taken along with this medication. If you are also taking sucralfate, take rabeprazole at least 30 minutes before sucralfate.Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time(s) each day. Continue to take this medication for the prescribed length of treatment even if you are feeling better.Tell your doctor if your condition lasts or gets worse. The risk of side effects goes up over time. Ask your doctor how long you should take this medication.
SIDE EFFECTS: Headache may occur. If this effect lasts or gets worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.Remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: symptoms of a low magnesium blood level (such as muscle spasms, irregular heartbeat, seizures), signs of lupus (such as rash on nose and cheeks, new or worsening joint pain).This medication may rarely cause a severe intestinal condition due to a bacteria called C. difficile. This condition may occur during treatment or weeks to months after treatment has stopped. Tell your doctor right away if you develop: diarrhea that doesn't stop, abdominal or stomach pain/cramping, blood/mucus in your stool.If you have these symptoms, do not use anti-diarrhea or opioid products because they may make symptoms worse.Rarely, proton pump inhibitors (such as rabeprazole) have caused vitamin B-12 deficiency. The risk is increased if they are taken every day for a long time (3 years or longer). Tell your doctor right away if you develop symptoms of vitamin B-12 deficiency (such as unusual weakness, sore tongue, or numbness/tingling of the hands/feet).A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: fever, swollen lymph nodes, rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing, signs of kidney problems (such as change in the amount of urine).This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects, contact your doctor or pharmacist.In the US -Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
PRECAUTIONS: Before taking rabeprazole, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to similar drugs (such as lansoprazole, omeprazole); or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: liver disease, lupus.Some symptoms may actually be signs of a more serious condition. Get medical help right away if you have: heartburn with lightheadedness/sweating/dizziness, chest/jaw/arm/shoulder pain (especially with shortness of breath, unusual sweating), unexplained weight loss.Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).Proton pump inhibitors (such as rabeprazole) may increase your risk for bone fractures, especially with longer use, higher doses, and in older adults. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about ways to prevent bone loss/fracture, such as by taking calcium (such as calcium citrate) and vitamin D supplements.Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, especially bone loss and fractures (see above), and C. difficile infection (see Side Effects section).During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.It is unknown if this medication passes into breast milk. However, similar drugs pass into breast milk. The effects on a nursing infant are unknown. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: See also How to Use section.Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.A product that may interact with this drug is: methotrexate (especially high-dose treatment).Some products need stomach acid so that the body can absorb them properly. Rabeprazole decreases stomach acid, so it may change how well these products work. Some affected products include ampicillin, atazanavir, erlotinib, levoketoconazole, nelfinavir, pazopanib, rilpivirine, certain azole antifungals (itraconazole, ketoconazole, posaconazole), among others.This medication may interfere with certain laboratory tests, possibly causing false test results. Make sure laboratory personnel and all your doctors know you use this drug.
OVERDOSE: If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with others.If your doctor instructs you to use this medication regularly for a long time, laboratory and medical tests (such as a magnesium blood test, vitamin B-12 levels) may be performed periodically to monitor your progress or check for side effects. Keep all regular medical and laboratory appointments.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Take your next dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets.Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.
Information last revised April 2022. Copyright(c) 2022 First Databank, Inc.
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