Ranitidine 150 MG Tablet

Ranitidine 150 MG Tablet is prescribed as the short-term treatment of active duodenal ulcers and benign gastric ulcers. This medicine is also prescribed for long-term prophylaxis of duodenal ulcer and gastric hypersecretory states, recurrent postoperative ulcer, prevention of acid-aspiration pneumonitis during surgery, and prevention of stress-induced ulcers; causes fewer interactions than cimetidine.

This medicine belongs to a drug group known as histamine (H2) receptor blocker. Ranitidine 150 MG Tablet works by reducing the amount of acid produced in the stomach, effectively treating gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and upper GI bleeding ulcers.

Patients need to be aware that intake of this medicine can increase the chances of succumbing to pneumonia. Its symptoms are pain in the chest, fever, coughing up slimy green snot and problems with breathing. Also, make sure that you are not allergic to this medication.

Make sure it is safe for you to consume this medication if you suffer from health problems like liver, kidney disease and porphyria. Although this medication does not really harm an unborn child, ensure that you tell your doctor if you are pregnant.

This medicine does pass into breast build, thus let your doctor know if you are taking this medication while breastfeeding too. It should be taken according to instructions given by the doctor. Do not change the dosage on your own.

This medication is meant for oral consumption and should be swallowed immediately. Do not chew or let the effervescent tablet dissolve after you place it in your mouth.

This medication is helpful in treating the below provided problems

• Duodenal Ulcer

• Gastric Ulcer

• Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

• Erosive Esophagitis

• Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome

• Hypersecretory Condition

• Hypersensitivity

Common side effects of this medication are as follows

• Urticaria

• Hypotension

• Chest Pain

• Depression

• Headache

• Dizziness

• Constipation

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Fever

• Bronchospasm

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medication lasts for an average duration of 6 - 8 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of this medication can be observed after an hour of oral or intravenous administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Caution is advised while using this medicine during pregnancy. You should consult a doctor and use this medication only if the benefits outweigh the risks associated.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Caution is advised while using this medicine during pregnancy. You should consult a doctor and use this medication only if the benefits outweigh the risks associated.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Dose adjustment is advised in the patient with renal impairment.

• Does this affect liver function?

  No information regarding dose adjustment is available in hepatic patients.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  It is suggested not to take Ranitidine 150 MG Tablet with alcohol, as it is unsafe to take it concomitantly.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Driving is usually safe if you are taking Ranitidine 150 MG Tablet. As this medicine does not affect patients ability to drive.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Ranitidine 150 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Antec 150 MG Tablet

  Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd

• Helkoss 150 MG Tablet

  Lupin Ltd

• Zytak 150 MG Tablet

  Zydus Cadila

• Renitab 150 MG Tablet

  Micro Labs Ltd

• Alep 0.25 MG Tablet

  Dr. Johns Laboratories Pvt Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, then the missed dose can be skipped.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Contact a doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected.

This medication acts by inhibiting the action of histamine at specific H2 receptors present in the gastric parietal cells. Thus, gastric acid secretion process is inhibited. Thus, gastric volume and hydrogen ion concentration reduced.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

• Interaction with Alcohol

  Avoid the consumption of alcohol while taking this medicine. Contact your doctor if you experience prolonged heartburn or presence of blood in the vomit or stools.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  False-positive urine protein using Multistix®, gastric acid secretion test, skin test allergen extracts, serum creatinine and serum transaminase concentrations, urine protein test

• Interaction with Medicine

  • This medication interacts with diazepam, lidocaine, phenytoin, propranolol and theophylline, Alteration of gastric pH, triazolam, midazolam, glipizide, ketoconazole, atazanavir, delavirdine, and gefitinib.
  • CYP2D6 and 3A3/4 enzyme inhibitor
  • Decreased toxicity of atropine
  • Increased toxicity of cyclosporine (increased serum creatinine), gentamicin (neuromuscular blockade), glyburide (increased concentrations), metoprolol, pentoxifylline, quinidine.