Rebekind 20 Tablet

Basic Information

• Brand Name: Rebekind 20 Tablet

• Type: Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI)

• Form: Tablet (enteric-coated)

• Pack Size: Strip of 10 tablets (commonly available)

• Manufacturer / Marketer: Mankind Pharma Ltd.

Composition (per tablet)

• Rabeprazole Sodium – 20 mg

Uses / Indications

Rebekind 20 Tablet is prescribed for:

• GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) – acid reflux, heartburn

• Peptic ulcers (stomach & duodenal ulcers)

• Gastritis (stomach lining inflammation)

• Dyspepsia (indigestion, bloating, upper abdominal pain)

• Zollinger–Ellison syndrome (excess stomach acid production)

• Prevention of ulcer recurrence in chronic acid-related disorders

Mechanism of Action

• Rabeprazole (PPI):

  • Inhibits H+/K+ ATPase (proton pump) in stomach lining

  • Reduces gastric acid secretion

  • Promotes healing of ulcers & relieves heartburn and acidity

Dosage & Administration

• Adults: Usually 1 tablet once daily, 30 minutes before breakfast (as prescribed)

• In severe cases, doctor may increase to 40 mg daily

• Duration: typically 4–8 weeks for ulcers/GERD, longer for chronic cases

• Swallow whole with water – do not crush or chew

Side Effects

• Common: headache, nausea, stomach upset, diarrhea, constipation

• Rare: rash, dizziness, dry mouth, flatulence

• Long-term use may cause Vitamin B12 deficiency, low magnesium, bone weakness (osteoporosis risk)

Precautions & Warnings

• Use only under doctor’s prescription

• Caution in patients with liver/kidney impairment, osteoporosis, long-term PPI use

• Avoid alcohol, smoking, and spicy food (they worsen acidity)

• Pregnant & breastfeeding women: use only if clearly prescribed