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Ranitidine is a histamine H2-receptor antagonist that inhibits stomach acid production. It is commonly used in treatment of peptic ulcer disease (PUD) and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Ranitidine is also used alongside fexofenadine and other antihistamines for the treatment of skin conditions such as hives. Ranitidine is also known to give false positives for methamphetamine on drug tests.
Ranitidine's main side effects are confusion and depression, although these are very rare and usually only seen in geriatric patients.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 12y agoNo. Ranitidine decreases stomach acid production, so it is useful in the prophylaxis of heartburn/acid reflux and related conditions. A "narcotic" is a drug with psychoactive compounds and sleep-inducing properties, such as opiates. Ranitidine has neither of these properties.
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Why does ranitidine easily dissolve?
Ranitidine counteracts stomach acid.
Is ranitidine the same as zantac?
Yes, Zantac is a brand name drug for ranitidine, which is an antacid.
What is the difference between cimetidine and ranitidine?
cimetidine is a relativesly weaker antihistamine compared to ranitidine.
Does ranitidine have amphetamine in it?
No
Is Ranitidine bad for liver?
no it is not
What is the generic name of ranitidine?
Zantac
What is Zantac also called?
Ranitidine
Does this drug interfere with coumadin?
ranitidine
Is saraqeal a narcotic?
No. seroquel is not a narcotic but it is a non-narcotic.No. seroquel is not a narcotic but it is a non-narcotic.
What is the nursing consideration for ranitidine?
in peptic ulcer
Is clorazepate a narcotic?
No it is not a narcotic. Clozapine is an antipsychotic.
Substitute for ranitidine for better ED?
Hmmm, ranitidine is used to control stomach acid. If by ED you mean erectile dysfunction, I don't see the connection.
