Rebamipide an amino acid derivative of 2-(1H)-quinolinone is used for mucosal protection healing of gastroduodenal ulcers and treatment of gastritis. It works by enhancing mucosal defense scavenging free radicals and temporarily activating genes encoding cyclooxygenase-2.Rebamipide is used in a number of Asian countries including Japan South Korea and China.
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