Uses of Aceclofenac+Rabeprazole

The combination of Aceclofenac+Rabeprazole is used to manage inflammation and relive pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis (autoimmune disease that causes inflammation in the joints), osteoarthritis (loss of the cartilage and bone tissue causing joint pain), back pain or postsurgical pain.

Therapeutic Category

Aceclofenac+Rabeprazole: Analgesics and Proton pump inhibitors

How Aceclofenac+Rabeprazole works

Aceclofenac+Rabeprazole relieves pain and inflammation where Aceclofenac blocks the release of prostaglandins (certain chemicals) responsible for causing pain and inflammation and Rabeprazole relieves acidity caused by aceclofenac by specific inhibition of an enzyme system at the secretory surface of stomach cells, that results in blockage of the final step of acid production.

Common side effects of Aceclofenac+Rabeprazole

• Headache
• Nausea, vomiting, pain or discomfort right below your ribs
• Gastrointestinal irritation or bleeding
• Diarrhoea, constipation, stomach pain

When to consult your doctor

Consult your doctor, if you experience:

• Severe allergic reaction like anaphylactic shock (fever, difficulty breathing, wheezing, abdominal pain, vomiting, swollen face and throat)
• Frequent infections, such as a sore throat, fever or mouth ulcers
• Bruising or bleeding
• Severe skin rashes such as Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis (large blisters and the skin peeling away, rash appearing in the mouth, throat or eyes, fever, headache and joint pain)
• Meningitis (high fever, headache, vomiting, red rashes, neck stiffness, sensitivity to light)
• Blood in faeces or black tarry stools, vomit with blood or dark particles
• Kidney failure
• Indigestion, heartburn, stomach pain
• Blood disorders (extreme tiredness, breathlessness, aching of the joints and becoming prone to repeated infections and bruising)

Health Tips for Aceclofenac+Rabeprazole

• Always take Aceclofenac+Rabeprazole as prescribed by your healthcare provider. It is used to be taken with food to reduce the risk of gastrointestinal irritation. Do not skip doses or stop taking them without consulting your doctor
• Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Aceclofenac+Rabeprazole, as it can enhance certain side effects
• Drink an adequate amount of water unless your healthcare provider
• Attend regular check-ups with your healthcare provider to monitor your health
• Do not drive or operate any machines if you experience sleepiness, dizziness, spinning sensation, drowsiness, tiredness or any difficulty with your eyesight after taking Aceclofenac+Rabeprazole
• Inform your healthcare provider about any other medications you are taking, including over-the-counter drugs and supplements
• Aceclofenac+Rabeprazole is not recommended for use in pregnant or planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding women