Rantac Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Rantac Injection Benefits & Uses

Rantac Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
Peptic Ulcer
Heartburn

Other Benefits

Rantac Injection Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Rantac Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Rantac Injection safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Rantac Injection in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Rantac Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Rantac Injection is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Rantac Injection on the Kidneys?

Rantac Injection has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Rantac Injection on the Liver?

Side effects of Rantac Injection rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Rantac Injection on the Heart?

You can take Rantac Injection without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Rantac Injection with Other Drugs

Rantac Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Gefitinib

Mild

Paracetamol

Rantac Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rantac Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Porphyria
Heart Disease
Allergy
Drug Allergies

Frequently asked Questions about Rantac Injection

Is this Rantac Injection habit forming or addictive?

Rantac Injection is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Rantac Injection will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Rantac Injection is safe as it does not bear any side effects.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Rantac Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Rantac Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rantac Injection

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Rantac Injection together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Rantac Injection

Consuming Rantac Injection with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Rantac Injection

Question over 4 years ago

Does Rantac Injection increase uric acid levels and cause gout-like symptoms?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Rantac Injection is found to increase the uric acid level in blood and cause the gout-like symptom such as pain in the joint, redness, and inflammation of joint. Regular uric acid level monitoring is needed if you are taking this medicine for the longest time.

Question over 4 years ago

Can taking Rantac Injection cause pneumonia?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Taking [medicine] does not directly cause pneumonia. However, in some cases [medicine] may increase the chances of bacteria to grow inside the gut causing bacterial infections such as pneumonia. The bacterial growth in the gut can be caused due to decreased acid secretion in the stomach which allow growth of bacteria in the gut which can move into the lungs through breathing. Please consult your doctor if you are experiencing fever, breathing difficulties and nonstop coughing for more than 2 weeks.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Rantac Injection?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Rantac Injection is a brand name of ranitidine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drug called antihistamine (H2 receptor blocker). It prevents excessive acid production in the stomach. It is used to treat a number of diseases such as gastroesophageal reflux disease, peptic ulcer disease, and Zollinger–Ellison syndrome.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I smoke while taking Rantac Injection?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Avoid smoking while you are taking Rantac Injection. As per clinical studies, the effectiveness of Rantac Injection is found to be lesser in smokers as compared to non-smokers. Moreover, smoking may increase the acid secretions which can cause stomach problems. Please discuss with your doctor to know more.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Rantac Injection in the morning?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease

Rantac Injection can be taken at any time of day, but it is best to take this medicine in the morning before breakfast. However, you are recommended to follow your doctor's instructions.