Ranitidine Tablets

Intended to alleviate acid reflux and formulated to support the healing of gastric ulcers.

Strengths: 150 · 300mg

Medicine details

Therapeutic class

H2-Receptor Antagonist

Pharmacological class

H2-Receptor Antagonist

Contraindications

hypersensitivity to ranitidine

Minor side effects

headache; constipation

Moderate side effects

dizziness; fatigue

Dosage forms

Tablet

Administration route

Oral use

Prescription status

POM

Onset Time

1–3 hours

Duration

8–12 hours

Storage instructions

Store below 25°C.

Drug interactions

ketoconazole; warfarin

Precautions and warnings

medication withdrawn due to impurity risks; consult healthcare provider for alternatives

Serious side effects

hepatitis — requires immediate medical attention; anaphylaxis — requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

Intended to alleviate acid reflux and formulated to support the healing of gastric ulcers.

Mechanism of action

Ranitidine acts as an antagonist to histamine at the H2 receptors in the stomach, which effectively reduces the production and secretion of stomach acid.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Use only if essential. Breastfeeding: Excreted in breast milk; medical advice required.

Ranitidine Tablets

Intended to alleviate acid reflux and formulated to support the healing of gastric ulcers.

Editorial Notes

  • Active ingredient(s): Ranitidine
  • Listed indication(s): Peptic Ulcer Disease, Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease

Usually available as

  • 360 tablets - 150 mg968-150-mg-11738
  • 270 tablets - 300 mg968-300-mg-12528