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  3. Rantac

Rantac

  • Manufactured by: J B Chemicals And Pharmaceuticals Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Ranitidine (150 mg)
  • Storage: Store at room temperature

Rantac

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  • Manufactured by: J B Chemicals And Pharmaceuticals Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Ranitidine (150 mg)
  • Storage: Store at room temperature

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Rantac Information

Rantac is a prescription medicine that is available as a Ampules, Syrup, Tablet, Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Acidity, Peptic Ulcer, Heartburn. The alternative uses of Rantac have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Rantac depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Rantac have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Rantac normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Rantac has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Rantac's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Rantac contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Rantac have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Rantac is safe while driving, and is addiction.

  1. Rantac Benefits & Uses
  2. Rantac Dosage & How to Take
  3. Rantac Side Effects
  4. Rantac Related Warnings
  5. Severe Interaction of Rantac with Other Drugs
  6. Rantac Contraindications
  7. Frequently asked Questions about Rantac
  8. Rantac Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Rantac Benefits & Uses

Rantac is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

  • GERD
  • Zollinger Ellison syndrome
  • Stomach Gas
  • Hernia
  • Stomach Pain (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
  • Bad Breath
  • Laryngitis
  • Abdominal pain during pregnancy
  • Indigestion during pregnancy
  • Acidity during pregnancy
  • Sour Burp
  • Digestive Disorders
  • Stomach Disease
  • Burning Throat

Rantac 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

Rantac Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Rantac safe for pregnant women?


    There are no side effects of Rantac in pregnant women.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Rantac safe during breastfeeding?


    Rantac is safe for breastfeeding women.

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


    Rantac has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

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


    Rantac is rarely harmful for the liver.

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


    Rantac is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Rantac with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Atazanavir
  • Synthivan Tablet
  • Atazor R Tablet
  • Virataz R Tablet
  • Qvir Kit
Budesonide
  • Budamate 200 Transhaler
  • Budamate 400 Transcaps
  • Foracort 200 Rotacap (30)
  • Foracort 400 Rotacap (30)
Delavirdine
  • Delavirdine Tablet
Lomitapide
  • Juxtapid 5 mg
  • Lomitapide Capsule
Efavirenz
  • Efavir 600 Tablet
  • Viraday Tablet
  • Vonavir Tablet
  • Trioday Tablet
Clotrimazole
  • Abzorb Dusting Powder 100gm
  • Candid Mouth Paint
  • Surfaz SN Cream 10gm
  • Clocip Cream 15gm
Metformin
  • Amaryl MV 2mg Tablet SR
  • Glimiprex MF 2/500 Tablet SR
  • Ziglim Plus 2 Tablet
  • Gluconorm PG 1 Tablet PR

Moderate

Gefitinib
  • Gefticip Tablet (30)
  • Gefticip Tablet (10)
  • Geftinat Tablet
  • Chemofit 250 Mg Tablet

Mild

Paracetamol
  • Hifenac D Tablet
  • Ultracet Semi Tablet (15)
  • Zerodol P Tablet
  • Nucoxia P Tablet

Rantac Contraindications

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

  • Kidney Disease
  • Liver Disease
  • Porphyria
  • Heart Disease
  • Allergy
  • Drug Allergies

Frequently asked Questions about Rantac

  • Is this Rantac habit forming or addictive?


    Rantac does not cause addiction.

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


    Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Rantac since it does not cause drowsiness.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, the use of Rantac is considered safe.

    Safe
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Rantac is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Rantac Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Rantac


    There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Rantac with food.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Rantac


    Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Rantac as it can have severe side effects.

    Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Rantac

Question over 3 years ago

What is Rantac?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Rantac 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 3 years ago

Can I take Rantac with omeprazole?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Rantac can be taken with omeprazole when prescribed by a doctor. Both the medicines work towards reducing stomach acid production. The doctor usually prescribes the two of them together when the symptoms of acidity get severe. However, do not take them together by yourself without consulting a doctor.

Question over 3 years ago

How does Rantac work?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Rantac belong to a group of medication called a histamine antagonist or H2- receptor blocker. It works by blocking the histamine, which prevents the cells from excessive production of acids in the stomach. Hence, this medicine is useful in protecting the stomach lining and preventing from hyperacidity. 

Question about 3 years ago

Does Rantac cause stomach upset?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Rantac can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question about 3 years ago

Can I discontinue Rantac on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

No, one should not discontinue Rantac on their own, because it may cause unwanted rebound effects. There is a possibility of experiencing the symptoms of acidity again when this drug is suddenly discontinued. So, you must consult your doctor before stopping this medicine.


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
3 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zantac® (ranitidine hydrochloride)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 650

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