Rebekind Tablet

Basic Information

• Brand Name: Rebekind 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 Tablet is prescribed for:

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

• Peptic ulcers (stomach and duodenal ulcers)

• Gastritis (inflammation of stomach lining)

• Dyspepsia / Indigestion

• Zollinger–Ellison syndrome (excess stomach acid production)

• Maintenance therapy to prevent recurrence of ulcers & reflux

Mechanism of Action

• Rabeprazole (PPI):

  • Inhibits proton pumps in stomach lining

  • Reduces secretion of gastric acid

  • Promotes ulcer healing & provides long-lasting relief from acidity and heartburn

Dosage & Administration

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

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

• Duration: usually 4–8 weeks for ulcers/GERD, longer for chronic conditions

• Swallow whole with water – do not crush or chew

Side Effects

• Common: headache, nausea, diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain

• Rare: dizziness, rash, dry mouth, flatulence

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

Precautions & Warnings

• Use only under doctor’s prescription

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

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

• Pregnant & breastfeeding women: use only if prescribed