Zantac Maximum Strength Oral
Generic Name: RANITIDINE TABLET - ORAL
Pronounced: (ran-IT-uh-deen)
Zantac Maximum Strength Oral Uses
Ranitidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines
and prevent them from returning after treatment. This medication is
also used to treat and prevent certain stomach and throat
(esophagus) problems caused by too much stomach acid (e.g.,
Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, erosive esophagitis) or a backward flow
of stomach acid into the esophagus (gastroesophageal reflux
disease-GERD).
Ranitidine is known as an H2 histamine blocker. It works by
reducing the amount of acid in your stomach. This helps heal and
prevent ulcers and improves symptoms such as heartburn and stomach
pain.
This medication is also available without a prescription. It is
used to prevent and treat heartburn and other symptoms caused by
too much acid in the stomach (acid indigestion). If you are taking
this medication for self-treatment, it is important to read the
manufacturer's package instructions carefully so you know when to
consult your doctor or pharmacist.
How To Use Zantac Maximum Strength Oral
Take this medication by mouth with or without food, usually once
or twice daily or as directed by your doctor. It may be prescribed
4 times a day for some conditions. If you are taking this
medication once daily, it is usually taken after the evening meal
or before bedtime.
The dosage and length of treatment are based on your medical
condition and response to therapy. In children, dosage may also be
based on body weight. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully.
You may take other medications (e.g., antacids) for your condition
as recommended by your doctor.
Take this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit
from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time(s) each
day. Do not increase your dose or take it more often than
prescribed. Do not stop taking this without your doctor's approval
because this may delay healing of the ulcer.
If you are using nonprescription ranitidine for self-treatment
of acid indigestion or heartburn, take 1 tablet by mouth with a
glass of water as needed. To prevent heartburn, take 1 tablet by
mouth with a glass of water 30-60 minutes before eating food or
drinking beverages that cause heartburn. Do not take more than 2
tablets in 24 hours unless directed by your doctor. Do not take for
more than 14 days in a row without talking with your doctor.
Inform your doctor if your condition does not improve or if it
worsens.
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