Aciphex is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) used to treat
ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux (GERD), erosive esophagitis,
or Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Aciphex works by blocking
acid production in the stomach. It may be used in combination
with antibiotics (e.g., amoxicillin, clarithromycin)
to treat certain types of ulcers. It may also be used
to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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Aciphex
Before
using
INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter
medicine that you are taking. Inform your doctor of any other
medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding.
ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may be needed
if you are taking digoxin, iron, itraconazole, ketoconazole,
sucralfate, or vitamins with iron. Contact your doctor or
pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about using
this medicine.
Directions
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by
your doctor. SWALLOW WHOLE. Do not break, crush, or chew before
swallowing. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature at 77
degrees F (25 degrees C) in a tightly-closed container, away
from heat, moisture, and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS
MEDICINE and you are taking 1 dose daily, take the missed
dose if you remember the same day. Skip the missed dose if
you do not remember until the next day. DO NOT take 2 doses
at once.
Cautions
BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription
or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
FOR WOMEN: IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED in breast
milk. DO NOT BREAST-FEED while taking this medicine.
Possible
side effects
NO COMMON SIDE EFFECTS HAVE BEEN REPORTED with the proper
use of this medicine. If you notice any unusual effects, contact
your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug
interactions
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent
a medicine from doing its job. Use our drug interaction checker
to find out if your medicines interact with each other. Check
drug interactions
If
you take too much
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control
center or emergency room immediately.
Additional
information
If you are taking this medicine for gastric ulcers or reflux
disease, your symptoms should improve within 4 to 8 weeks.
If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, contact
your doctor. DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom
it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other
health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of
children and pets. IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED
PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills before your supply runs out.
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