Drug Name
Generic Zantac (Ranitidine® equivalent)
Drug Uses
Ranitidine blocks the action of histamine on stomach cells, and reduces stomach acid production. Ranitidine is useful in promoting healing of stomach and duodenal ulcers, and in reducing ulcer pain. Ranitidine has been effective in preventing ulcer recurrence when given in low doses for prolonged periods of time. In doses higher than that used in ulcer treatment, ranitidine has been helpful in treating heartburn and in healing ulcer and inflammation of the esophagus resulting from acid reflux (reflux esophagitis).
Drug Class Mechanism
Zantac belongs to a class of medications called H2-blockers, that block the action of histamine on stomach cells, thus reducing stomach acid production.
How Taken
May be taken with or without food. The current recommended adult oral dosage of ZANTAC for duodenal ulcer is 150 mg twice daily.
Missed Dose
Zantac should be taken according to your doctors prescribed RX.
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