Ranitidine Uses
Ranitidine HCL is used for the treatment of active duodenal ulcer or for maintenance therapy for duodenal ulcer.
How is Ranitidine Taken?
Take Ranitidine HCL 150 mg tablets twice daily or 300 mg tablets once daily depending on how is most convenient for you. It is recommended that you take Ranitidine HCL before bedtime. Take each dose with a full glass of water.
Ranitidine Warnings/Precautions
If you are breast-feeding, talk to your doctor before taking Ranitidine HCL. Ranitidine HCL is secreted in human milk. Do not stop taking ranitidine without first talking to your doctor.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of Ranitidine, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
Possible Side Effects
The possible side effects that may occur during treatment with Ranitidine HCT are: constipation, diarrhea, nausea/vomiting, abdominal discomfort/pain, headache.
Storage
Store Ranitidine at controlled room temperature 15°-30°C (59°-86°F) in a dry place. Protect from light. Keep out of the reach of children.
RanitidineOverdose
When Ranitidine overdose occurs unabsorbed material has to be removed from your gastrointestinal tract. Seek emergency medical attention.
Ranitidine Information
There are no restrictions on food, beverages, or activity while taking Ranitidine HCL, unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
Ranitidine Disclaimer
This Ranitidine drug information is for your information purposes only, it should not be taken that this med profile covers all uses, directions, drug reactions, precautions, or side effects of your Ranitidine. This med profile is only for your general information, and should not be relied on for any purpose nor construed as containing any specific instructions for a particular patient. We disclaim all responsibility for the accuracy and reliability of this information, and/or the consequences that may arise from this Ranitidine information, including any damages, adverse consequences to persons or their property, no matter how such damages arise. There is no warranty, either expressed or implied in regard to the above Ranitidine information.
