Cimetidine
Brand and Other Names:
Cimetidine
Mechanism of Action:
Indications:
- relieves heartburn associated with acid indigestion and sour stomach
- prevents heartburn associated with acid indigestion and sour stomach brought on by eating or drinking certain foods and beverages
Route:
oral
Dose:
To relieve symptoms: take 1 tablet with water
To prevent symptoms: take 1 tablet with water up to 30 minutes before food/beverage that causes heartburn
Adverse Reactions:
Contraindication:
Warnings and Precautions:
Do Not Use:
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If allergic to cimetidine or other acid reducers
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With other acid reducers
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If experiencing:
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Difficulty or pain swallowing
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Vomiting blood or having bloody/black stools
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Consult a Doctor If You Have:
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Frequent chest pain, wheezing, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, unexplained weight loss
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Symptoms persisting over 3 months
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Chest/shoulder pain with shortness of breath, dizziness, or lightheadedness
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Kidney or liver disease
See package insert for full prescribing information.