PEPTARD 20MG TABLET contains Rabeprazole which belongs to the group of medicines called Proton pump inhibitors. It is used to manage Gastro-esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), peptic ulcer and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome (tumours in the pancreas causing the stomach to secrete more acid).

GERD is a chronic digestive disease in which the stomach acid frequently flows into the oesophagus leading to the irritation of lining of the food pipe. Symptoms include heartburn, chest pain, nausea, sensation of lump in throat and stomach discomfort.

Peptic ulcers are painful sores that develop on the linings of the stomach, oesophagus and/or intestines. Symptoms include stomach pain, flatulence, indigestion, vomiting and fatigue.

Take PEPTARD 20MG TABLET preferably before meals or as directed by the physician. Before taking PEPTARD 20MG TABLET inform your doctor if you have any liver problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have vitamin B12 deficiency, osteoporosis or any tumors in your stomach.

Do not take PEPTARD 20MG TABLET if you are pregnant or breastfeeding without consulting your doctor. The most common side effects of taking PEPTARD 20MG TABLET are oral sores, constipation, indigestion, stomach pain, headache and dizziness. Consult your doctor if any of the side effect troubles you.

You must also inform your doctor immediately if you experience severe uncontrollable diarrhea with stomach pain or tenderness after taking PEPTARD 20MG TABLET.