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Ranitidine

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Ranitidine HCL 150mg 30 Tablets
Ranitidine HCL 300mg 30 Tablets

Ranitidine

Important Note
The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.


Uses
This medicine is used to treat stomach and duodenal ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and the lower OTC dose is used to relieve the symptoms of heartburn.


How to Use
Ranitidine may be taken with or without food. If taken to prevent heartburn after meals, it is normally recommended 30 minutes to one hour before the meal. · Magnesium-containing antacids or supplements may decrease the absorption of ranitidine, so this can be avoided by dosing with ranitidine 2 hours before or after taking the magnesium product.


Side Effects
Possible side effects with this medicine include: diarrhea, constipation, dizziness, headache. More rare but also possible are blurred vision, malaise (body discomfort), and arthralgia (joint pain). Side effects from this medicine are rare.


Precautions
Before taking this medication, talk to your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease. If your symptoms does NOT improve or get worse, see your doctor.


Drug Interactions
These include the following possibilities; ranitidine decreases the absorption of diazepam. Ranitidine may interfere with clearance of warfarin (anticoagulant), prolonging clotting time. Ranitidine may also increase the blood glucose lowering effect of the sulfonylureas (examples, glyburide and glipizide), so dosages may need to be adjusted. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist for more information.


Notes
For more information about this medicine, talk to your healthcare provider.


Missed Dose
Take your next dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double doses.


Storage
Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed.