| What is Aciphex?
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Aciphex blocks acid production in the stomach. |
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| Are there any side effects associated with Aciphex?
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Aciphex side effects may include headache. If
the side effects continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. Less common
Aciphex side effects may include abdominal pain, abnormal dreams, abnormal stools, abnormal vision, allergic reaction, anxiety, arthritis, asthma, belching, bladder inflammation, bone pain, breakthrough menstrual bleeding, bruising, bursitis, cataract, chest pain, chills, constipation, convulsion, decreased sex drive, dehydration, depression, diarrhea, difficult breathing, difficult periods, dizziness, dry eyes, dry mouth, ear infection, fainting, fatigue, fever, fluid retention, frequent urination, gallbladder disease, gas, glaucoma, gout, gum inflammation, hair loss, heart attack, hiccup, high blood pressure, hives, hyperventilation, increased appetite, inflammation of the
esophagus, inflammation of the pancreas, insomnia, intestinal inflammation, irregular heartbeat, itching, joint disease, kidney stone, laryngitis, leg cramps, loss of appetite, lymph node disease, migraine, mouth inflammation, mouth sores, muscle pain, nausea, nerve pain, nervous system disorder, nervousness, nosebleed, overactive thyroid, painful urination, pins and needles sensation, pounding heartbeat, rash, rectal bleeding or inflammation, ringing in the ears, sensitivity to
sunlight, sleepiness, slowed or racing heartbeat, stiff neck, stiffness, stomach upset or inflammation, sweating, tongue inflammation, tremor, underactive thyroid, vertigo, vomiting, weakness,
and weight gain or loss. |
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| How is Aciphex taken?
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Follow the directions for taking Aciphex provided by your doctor. Take
Aciphex once a day. Swallow Aciphex whole. It should not be crushed, chewed, or split.
If you miss a dose take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular
schedule. Do not take
two doses at once. |
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| Are there any effects of taking Aciphex with other medications?
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Some medicines may interact with Aciphex. Inform your doctor of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking.
It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining
Aciphex with cyclosporine, digoxin, ketoconazole, or warfarin. |
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| How should I store Aciphex?
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Store Aciphex at room temperature in a tightly closed container, away from heat and light. |
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