Cimetidine In Sodium Chloride - Cimetidine - Injection Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Cimetidine In Sodium Chloride.
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Cimetidine In Sodium Chloride Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light as directed.
• Do not store in the bathroom.
• An expiration date will be noted on the injection.
• Properly discard of any unused medication after this date.

Usage Instructions

• This medication is given by injection into a muscle o infused into a vein in persons unable to take oral medication.
• Use this as directed.
• Do not increase your dose, use this more often than prescribed or stop using this without first consulting your doctor.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include difficulty breathing, fast heartbeat, tremors, vomiting, restlessness, weakness, fatigue, or dizziness.

Read Before Using Cimetidine In Sodium Chloride (precautions)

• Tell your doctor if you have.

Cimetidine In Sodium Chloride Miscellaneous Notes

• For best results, this medication is often used along with lifestyle changes such as stress-reduction programs, exercise and dietary changes.
• Talk to your health care professional about changes that you can benefit from.
• Laboratory tests may be done periodically while using this medication to monitor results and prevent side effects.

Possible Side Effects

• Headache, fatigue, dizziness, loss of appetite, sleepiness, dry skin or dry mouth may occur as your body adjusts to the medication.
• Hair loss, increased sweating, anxiety, change in sex drive, breast enlargement in males and change in taste perceptions, and irritation at the injection site may also occur.
• If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
• Notify your doctor if you develop.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered; do not use it if it is near the 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.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication blocks secretion of acid from the stomach.
• It is used to treat and prevent ulcers, to treat gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD), and to treat conditions associated with excessive acid secretion.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• This medication can affect how your body responds to other medications.
• It is important to tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take, including.