Zantac Information

IMPORTANT NOTE: THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS INTENDED TO SUPPLEMENT, NOT SUBSTITUTE FOR, THE EXPERTISE AND JUDGMENT OF YOUR PHYSICIAN, PHARMACIST OR OTHER
HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL. IT SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO INDICATE THAT USE OF THE DRUG IS SAFE, APPROPRIATE, OR EFFECTIVE FOR YOU. CONSULT YOUR HEALTHCARE
PROFESSIONAL BEFORE USING THIS DRUG.

ZANTAC (RANITIDINE) 150MG DIN: 02212331
RANITIDINE TABLETS- ORAL

USES: 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.

HOW TO USE: 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 Zantac (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.

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: unusual bleeding or bruising, rash, difficulty sleeping, mental changes, extreme weakness, fast/slow/irregular heartbeat.

An allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your full medical history, especially if you have: kidney or liver disease, porphyria, any allergies.

Smoking helps cause ulcers and can prevent healing. Smoking should be avoided. Alcohol can
irritate the stomach and cause bleeding. Consult your doctor.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant before taking this drug. Zantac (RANITIDINE) is excreted into breast milk. The effect on the nursing infant is not known. Consult your doctor.

DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all over-the-counter and prescription medication you may
use, especially of: ketoconazole, itraconzaole, triazolam.

This medication is available in both prescription and over-the-counter formulations. Do not take both at the same time.

Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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.

NOTES: Your doctor may recommend some lifestyle changes such as stop-smoking programs, diet changes and exercise to assist in the treatment and prevention of ulcers. Zantac (RANITIDINE) may affect the results of tests for urine protein. Be sure to tell your doctor you are taking ranitidine.
Remember that all nonprescription/prescription aspirin or aspirin-like medicine can cause stomach irritation/ulcers. Consult your doctor or pharmacist.

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.

STORAGE: Store between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture ar sunlight. Do not store in the bathroom.