Heartburn Relief - Cimetidine - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Heartburn Relief.
• Tagamet
• sye-MET-uh-deen

Usage Instructions

• This medication is taken by mouth.
• Take this as directed.
• Do not increase your dose, take this more often than prescribed or stop taking this without first consulting your doctor.
• If you are taking antacids in addition to this medication, stagger the doses so they are not taken at the same time.
• Try to space dosing of this medication and antacids by at least 2 hours.

Read Before Using Heartburn Relief (precautions)

• Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of.

Heartburn Relief 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 taking this medication to monitor results and prevent side effects.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take 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.

Other Medicinal Applications

• This medication may also be used treat skin rashes caused by allergic conditions.

Medicinal Applications

• Cimetidine blocks secretion of acid from the stomach.
• Prescription cimetidine is used to treat and prevent ulcers, to treat gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD), and to treat conditions associated with excessive acid secretion (for example, Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome).
• Nonprescription cimetidine is used to relieve heartburn and acid indigestion.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all medications you use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially of.

Heartburn Relief Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
• Do not store in the bathroom.

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.

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 may also occur.
• If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
• Notify your doctor if you develop.