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Alemtuzumab

This page contains recent news articles, when available, and an overview of Alemtuzumab but does not offer medical advice. You should contact your physician with regard to any health issues or concerns.

Why is Alemtuzumab prescribed? [MedMaster Patient Drug Information database]

Rabeprazole is used to treat conditions where the stomach produces too much acid, including ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Rabeprazole is used in combination with other medications to eliminate H. pylori, a bacteria that causes ulcers. Rabeprazole is in a class of medications called proton-pump inhibitors. It works by decreasing the amount of acid made in the stomach.

Recent news articles mentioning Alemtuzumab

BTG takes advantage of pharma refocus  -  21 Feb 2007
DrugResearcher.com, For instance, Genzyme are helping BTG develop Campath (alemtuzumab). Although already approved as a third line treatment for chronic lymphocytic leukemia

Genzyme Reports Financial Results for Fourth Quarter of 2006 and ...  -  Feb 14, 2007
WebWire (press release), Genzyme expects to initiate two phase 3 studies of alemtuzumab (Campath) for the treatment of relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis in 2007,

How should Alemtuzumab be used? [MedMaster Patient Drug Information database]

Rabeprazole comes as a delayed-release (long-acting) tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken once a day for 4 to 8 weeks, but it is sometimes taken for a longer time. When taken for ulcers, rabeprazole should be taken after the morning meal. When taken in combination with other medications to eliminate H. pylori, rabeprazole is taken twice a day, with the morning and evening meals, for 7 days. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take rabeprazole exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.

Swallow the tablets whole; do not split, chew, or crush them.



What side effects can Alemtuzumab cause? [MedMaster Patient Drug Information database]

Rabeprazole may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
  • headache
  • upset stomach
  • diarrhea
  • stomach pain
  • vomiting
  • constipation
  • dry mouth
  • increased or decreased appetite
  • muscle or bone pain
  • drowsiness
  • dizziness
  • difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep

There may be other side effects from rabeprazole. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while taking this medication.



Brand names for Alemtuzumab [MedMaster Patient Drug Information database]

  • AcipHex®


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