Ranitidine
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Uses Ranitidine reduces the amount of acid in your stomach. Ranitidine is used to treat and prevent ulcers, to treat gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD), and to treat conditions associated with excessive acid secretion. Directions Ranitidine is best taken with or immediately after meals. Antacids and sucralfate can block the effect of Ranitidine. If you are taking an antacid in addition to Zantac, separate the doses of each medication by at least one half hour. If you are taking sucralfate in addition to Ranitidine, take the Ranitidine 2 hours before the sucralfate. Do not stop taking Zantac without your doctor's approval. Stopping therapy too soon may delay healing of the ulcer. If Ranitidine overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of Ranitidine overdose may include difficulty breathing, fast heartbeat, tremors, vomiting, restlessness, weakness, fatigue, or dizziness. Your doctor may recommend some lifestyle changes such as stop-smoking programs, diet changes and exercise to assist in the treatment and prevention of ulcers. If you miss a dose of Ranitidine, take it as soon as you remember; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up. Storage Store Ranitidine between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture ar sunlight. Do not store in the bathroom. Cautions Before taking ZRanitidineantac, tell your doctor your full medical history, especially if you have: kidney or liver disease, porphyria, any allergies. Smoking helps cause ulcers and can prevent healing. Smoking should be avoided. Alcohol can irritate the stomach and cause bleeding. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant . Ranitidine is excreted into breast milk. The effect on the nursing infant is not known. Consult your doctor. Ranitidine may affect the results of tests for urine protein. Be sure to tell your doctor you are taking ranitidine. Remember that all nonprescription/prescription aspirin or aspirin-like medicine can cause stomach irritationu or lcers. Interactions Before taking Ranitidine, tell your doctor of all over-the-counter and prescription medication you may use, especially of ketoconazole, itraconzaole, triazolam. Ranitidine is available in both prescription and over-the-counter formulations. Do not take both at the same time. Side Effects Side effects of Ranitidine may include nausea, diarrhea, headache, or dizziness. These effects will probably go away as your body adjusts to Ranitidine. If these effects persist or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you experience: unusual bleeding or bruising, rash, difficulty sleeping, mental changes, extreme weakness, fast/slow/irregular heartbeat. An allergic reaction to Ranitidine is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction to Ranitidine include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Uses Ranitidine reduces the amount of acid in your stomach. Ranitidine is used to treat and prevent ulcers, to treat gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD), and to treat conditions associated with excessive acid secretion. Directions Ranitidine is best taken with or immediately after meals. Antacids and sucralfate can block the effect of Ranitidine. If you are taking an antacid in addition to Zantac, separate the doses of each medication by at least one half hour. If you are taking sucralfate in addition to Ranitidine, take the Ranitidine 2 hours before the sucralfate. Do not stop taking Zantac without your doctor's approval. Stopping therapy too soon may delay healing of the ulcer. If Ranitidine overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of Ranitidine overdose may include difficulty breathing, fast heartbeat, tremors, vomiting, restlessness, weakness, fatigue, or dizziness. Your doctor may recommend some lifestyle changes such as stop-smoking programs, diet changes and exercise to assist in the treatment and prevention of ulcers. If you miss a dose of Ranitidine, take it as soon as you remember; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up. Storage Store Ranitidine between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture ar sunlight. Do not store in the bathroom. Cautions Before taking ZRanitidineantac, tell your doctor your full medical history, especially if you have: kidney or liver disease, porphyria, any allergies. Smoking helps cause ulcers and can prevent healing. Smoking should be avoided. Alcohol can irritate the stomach and cause bleeding. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant . Ranitidine is excreted into breast milk. The effect on the nursing infant is not known. Consult your doctor. Ranitidine may affect the results of tests for urine protein. Be sure to tell your doctor you are taking ranitidine. Remember that all nonprescription/prescription aspirin or aspirin-like medicine can cause stomach irritationu or lcers. Interactions Before taking Ranitidine, tell your doctor of all over-the-counter and prescription medication you may use, especially of ketoconazole, itraconzaole, triazolam. Ranitidine is available in both prescription and over-the-counter formulations. Do not take both at the same time. Side Effects Side effects of Ranitidine may include nausea, diarrhea, headache, or dizziness. These effects will probably go away as your body adjusts to Ranitidine. If these effects persist or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you experience: unusual bleeding or bruising, rash, difficulty sleeping, mental changes, extreme weakness, fast/slow/irregular heartbeat. An allergic reaction to Ranitidine is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction to Ranitidine include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
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