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Description
What is Ranitidine and how is it used?
Ranitidine (ranitidine) is a H2 (histamine-2) receptor blocker used for treating and preventing ulcers in the duodenum and stomach. Ranitidine is also used for treating
- heartburn,
- erosive esophagitis,
- and Zollinger Ellison syndrome.
Generic formulations of Ranitidine are available.
What are side effects of Ranitidine?
Side effects of Ranitidine include:
- constipation,
- diarrhea,
- fatigue,
- headache (may be severe),
- drowsiness,
- dizziness,
- sleep problems (insomnia),
- decreased sex drive,
- impotence,
- difficulty having an orgasm,
- muscle pain,
- stomach pain,
- nausea,
- vomiting,
- diarrhea,
- constipation,
- or swollen or tender breasts (in men).
INDICATIONS
- relieves heartburn associated with acid indigestion and sour stomach
- prevents heartburn associated with acid indigestion and sour stomach brought on by eating or drinking certain foods and beverages
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
Directions
- adults and children 12 years and over:
- to relieve symptoms, swallow 1 tablet with a glass of water
- to prevent symptoms, swallow 1 tablet with a glass of water 30 to 60 minutes before eating food or drinking beverages that cause heartburn
- can be used up to twice daily (do not take more than 2 tablets in 24 hours)
- children under 12 years: ask a doctor
Other Information
- do not use if printed foil under bottle cap is open or torn (bottles)
- do not use if individual blister unit is open or torn (blisters)
- do not use if individual foil packet is open or torn (pouch)
- store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
- avoid excessive heat or humidity
- this product is sodium and sugar free
WARNINGS
Allergy alert: Do not use if you are allergic to ranitidine or other acid reducers
Do Not Use
- if you have trouble or pain swallowing food, vomiting with blood, or bloody or black stools. These may be signs of a serious condition. See your doctor.
- with other acid reducers
- if you have kidney disease, except under the advice and supervision of a doctor
Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have
- had heartburn over 3 months. This may be a sign of a more serious condition.
- heartburn with lightheadedness, sweating or dizziness
- chest pain or shoulder pain with shortness of breath; sweating; pain spreading to arms, neck or shoulders; or lightheadedness
- frequent chest pain
- frequent wheezing, particularly with heartburn
- unexplained weight loss
- nausea or vomiting
- stomach pain
Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If
- your heartburn continues or worsens
- you need to take this product for more than 14 days
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
- adults and children 12 years and over:
- to relieve symptoms, swallow 1 tablet with a glass of water
- to prevent symptoms, swallow 1 tablet with a glass of water 30 to 60 minutes before eating food or drinking beverages that cause heartburn
- can be used up to twice daily (do not take more than 2 tablets in 24 hours)
- children under 12 years: ask a doctor
Other Information
- do not use if printed foil under bottle cap is open or torn (bottles)
- do not use if individual blister unit is open or torn (blisters)
- do not use if individual foil packet is open or torn (pouch)
- store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
- avoid excessive heat or humidity
- this product is sodium and sugar free
Other Information
- do not use if printed foil under bottle cap is open or torn (bottles)
- do not use if individual blister unit is open or torn (blisters)
- do not use if individual foil packet is open or torn (pouch)
- store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
- avoid excessive heat or humidity
- this product is sodium and sugar free