Ranitidine Hcl - Ranitidine Capsules- Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Ranitidine Hcl.
• Zantac
• ran-IT-uh-deen

Ranitidine Hcl Storage Instructions

• Store between 36 and 77 degrees F (between 2 and 25 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight.
• Do not store in the bathroom.

Possible Side Effects

• Nausea, diarrhea, headache, or dizziness may occur at first as your body adjusts to the medication.
• If these effects persist or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
• Notify your doctor if you experience.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all over-the-counter and prescription medication you may use, especially of.

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.

Ranitidine Hcl Miscellaneous Notes

• Your doctor may recommend some lifestyle changes such as stress-reducing programs, diet changes and exercise to assist in the treatment and prevention of ulcers.
• Ranitidine may affect the results of tests for urine protein.
• Be sure to tell your doctor you are taking ranitidine.

Medicinal Applications

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

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; 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.

Read Before Using Ranitidine Hcl (precautions)

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

Usage Instructions

• This medication is best taken with or immediately after meals.
• Antacids and sucralfate can block the effect of this medication.
• If you are taking an antacid in addition to this medication, separate the doses of each medication by at least one half hour.
• If you are taking sucralfate in addition to this medication, take the ranitidine 2 hours before the sucralfate.
• Do not stop taking this medication without your doctor's approval.
• Stopping therapy too soon may delay healing of the ulcer.