Pariet
Rabeprazole tablets for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease and peptic ulcers. It switches off the stomach's acid pumps, lowering acid production.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20mg | 90 tablets | $74.00 | $0.82 |
| 20mg | 120 tablets | $93.00 | $0.78 |
| 20mg | 180 tablets | $134.00 | $0.74 |
| 20mg | 270 tablets | $193.00 | $0.71 |
| 20mg | 360 tablets | $249.00 | $0.69 |
- Category
- Digestive Health
- Active ingredient
- Rabeprazole
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 20mg
Pariet is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Pariet on your behalf.
- Alternative names
- rabeprazole
- Therapeutic class
- Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI)
- Pharmacological class
- Gastric Acid Inhibitor
- Known off-label uses
- zollinger-ellison syndrome
- Contraindications
- concurrent rilpivirine use; hypersensitivity to rabeprazole
- Minor side effects
- headache; diarrhoea; nausea
- Moderate side effects
- flatulence; abdominal pain; dry mouth
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Eisai
- Onset time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Rilpivirine; Ketoconazole; Mycophenolate Mofetil
- Age restrictions
- Approved for children over twelve years and adults.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Safety confirmed in animal trials. Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor.
Serious side effects
acute interstitial nephritis, requires immediate medical attention; severe hypomagnesaemia, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Rabeprazole tablets for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease and peptic ulcers. It switches off the stomach's acid pumps, lowering acid production.
Mechanism of action
Irreversibly binds to H+/K+-ATPase proton pumps in gastric parietal cells, blocking baseline acid production.
FAQ
Is the Pariet on Direct Meds a generic?
Yes, you receive a generic. Pariet is the original brand, made by Eisai, and Direct Meds uses the name to identify the medicine; the generic has the same active ingredient (rabeprazole) at the same strength. The generic brand and manufacturer depend on available stock.
How is Pariet priced?
It depends on the pack size. Pariet comes in a 20mg strength, in packs of 90 to 360 tablets, and the price of every option is shown above. Prices are set in US dollars and converted. Larger packs cost less per tablet.
Payment and prices →What other names is Pariet sold under?
In South Africa, rabeprazole is also sold under brand names such as Ulcopraz, Rabemed and Baprez.
What is Pariet used for?
Pariet contains rabeprazole, used for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, peptic ulcer disease and duodenal ulcers.
When does Pariet start working?
Rabeprazole usually starts to work within 1 to 2 hours, and its effect lasts about 24 hours. How quickly it works can differ from one person to another.
Does Pariet have side effects?
Yes. The common side effects of rabeprazole are headache, diarrhoea and nausea. Less common ones include flatulence, abdominal pain and dry mouth. Serious but less common side effects include acute interstitial nephritis and severe hypomagnesaemia, which need urgent medical attention.
What does Pariet interact with?
Rabeprazole can interact with rilpivirine, ketoconazole and mycophenolate mofetil. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start taking Pariet.
Do I need a prescription to buy Pariet in South Africa?
No, not online: Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order Pariet. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Where can I buy Pariet in South Africa?
On Direct Meds: choose the strength and pack, then check out. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Pariet names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.
- A generic containing Rabeprazole at the strength you pick.
- Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.