Aciphex

Aciphex is a prescription medication used to treat digestive problems such as heartburn and acid reflux. Aciphex belongs to a group of drugs called proton-pump inhibitors (PPIs). It works by reducing the amount of acid produced in the stomach.

Aciphex comes in a delayed release tablet and is usually taken once a day.

Swallow Aciphex tablets whole. Do not chew, crush or split Aciphex tablets.

Common side effects of Aciphex include headache, sore throat, and constipation.

Gastrointestinal [1] Acid Reflux [2] Ulcer [3]

Reviewed by:

Anyssa Garza, PharmD [4]

Citation:

"Aciphex", DailyMed: Current Medication Information; U.S. National Library of Medicine [5] "Aciphex", Drugs@FDA: U.S. Health and Human Services [6]

http://www.rxwiki.com/aciphex [7]

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Eisai, Inc [8] DispenseXpress, Inc. [9] Dispensing Solutions, Inc. [10] Nuline Pharmaceuticals, LLC [11] Quality Care Products, LLC [12] Stat Rx Usa Llc [13] Lake Erie Medical & Surgical Supplies DBA Quality Care Products LLC [14] Lake Erie Medical & Surgical Supply DBA Quality Care Produtcs LLC [15] Bryant Ranch Prepack [16] Cardinal Health, Inc. [17]

RxNorm ATC Ref:

Proton pump inhibitors [18]

Contributor:

Anyssa Garza, PharmD [4] Teresa Brucker, Pharm.D [19] Eric Ho, Pharm.D [20]

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Aciphex reduces stomach acid, stops heartburn, and heals ulcers. Aciphex may work better if taken on an empty stomach.

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