Basic Information
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Brand Name: Rebekind-Plus Capsule
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Type: Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI) + Prokinetic + Antiflatulent Combination
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Form: Capsule
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Pack Size: Strip of 10 capsules (commonly available)
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Manufacturer / Marketer: Mankind Pharma Ltd.
Composition (per capsule)
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Rabeprazole Sodium – 20 mg (enteric-coated, PPI)
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Domperidone – 30 mg (SR) (sustained release, Prokinetic)
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Simethicone – 75 mg (Antiflatulent)
Uses / Indications
Rebekind-Plus Capsule is prescribed for:
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GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) – acid reflux, heartburn
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Peptic ulcers (stomach & duodenal ulcers)
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Gastritis (stomach lining inflammation)
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Dyspepsia (indigestion, bloating, upper abdominal pain)
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Nausea & vomiting linked with reflux
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Gas and flatulence associated with acidity
Mechanism of Action
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Rabeprazole (PPI): Blocks proton pumps → reduces stomach acid → heals ulcers & relieves acidity
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Domperidone (Prokinetic): Enhances gastric emptying → relieves nausea, vomiting, and bloating
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Simethicone (Antiflatulent): Breaks gas bubbles in stomach → relieves gas, bloating & discomfort
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Combined Effect: Controls acidity + improves digestion + relieves gas
Dosage & Administration
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Adults: 1 capsule daily, before breakfast (or as prescribed by doctor)
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Swallow whole with water – do not crush or chew
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Duration: generally 4–8 weeks, depending on condition
Side Effects
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Common: headache, abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, nausea
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Rare: dizziness, rash, dry mouth, mild tremors
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Long-term PPI use may rarely cause Vitamin B12 deficiency, low magnesium, bone weakness
Precautions & Warnings
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Use only under doctor’s prescription
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Caution in patients with liver/kidney impairment, heart rhythm disorders (QT prolongation with domperidone), or osteoporosis
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Avoid alcohol, smoking, spicy & oily food (they worsen acidity)
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Pregnant & breastfeeding women: use only if prescribed
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