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Rozydex 10mg Tablet Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Uses:

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), Peptic ulcers and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome

Medicinal Benefits:

Rozydex 10mg Tablet contains Dexrabeprazole used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), peptic ulcers, and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Rozydex 10mg Tablet blocks the action of proton pumps that are involved in producing stomach acid. Thereby, Rozydex 10mg Tablet reduces the amount of acid produced by the stomach and prevents excess acid from flowing back into the food pipe. Thus, it provides relief from heartburn symptoms related to acid reflux. Also, Rozydex 10mg Tablet may be used in combination with clarithromycin and amoxicillin (antibiotics) to eradicate Helicobacter pylori (a type of bacteria) from the stomach in patients with peptic ulcers.

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Rozydex 10mg Tablet contains Dexrabeprazole that works by blocking the action of proton pumps that are involved in producing stomach acid. Thereby, Rozydex 10mg Tablet reduces the amount of acid produced by stomach and prevents excess acid flowing back into foodpipe. Thus, provides relief from heartburn symptoms related to acid reflux.

Rozydex 10mg Tablet may cause diarrhoea as a common side effect. However, if the condition persists or worsens with fever, watery or bloody stools or consistent stomach pain, please consult a doctor. Also, drink plenty of water while taking Rozydex 10mg Tablet to prevent dehydration.

Rozydex 10mg Tablet may cause low levels of magnesium in the blood if taken for more than 3 months. If you experience involuntary muscle contractions, tiredness, fits, increased heart rate or dizziness while taking Rozydex 10mg Tablet, please consult a doctor immediately as these might be signs of low magnesium levels. However, regular blood tests are recommended to monitor magnesium levels in the blood while taking Rozydex 10mg Tablet.

You are not recommended to take Rozydex 10mg Tablet with antifungals such as ketoconazole or itraconazole as it may reduce the effectiveness of antifungal against fungal infections. However, please consult your doctor before taking Rozydex 10mg Tablet with other medicines.

Rozydex 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones) patients as it may worsen the condition especially if Rozydex 10mg Tablet is taken for more than 1 year as it increases the risk of fracture of spine, hip or wrist. Therefore, inform your doctor if have osteoporosis or if you are taking any steroids which may increase the risk of osteoporosis.

Rozydex 10mg Tablet may reduce the absorption of vitamin B12 and lead to its deficiency if used for more than 3 years. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have any risk factors for reduced vitamin B12 before taking Rozydex 10mg Tablet.