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.
Rantac is used to treat the following -
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Rantac is used -
Is the use of Rantac safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Rantac in pregnant women.
SafeIs the use of Rantac safe during breastfeeding?
Rantac is safe for breastfeeding women.
SafeWhat is the effect of Rantac on the Kidneys?
Rantac has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
MildWhat is the effect of Rantac on the Liver?
Rantac is rarely harmful for the liver.
MildWhat is the effect of Rantac on the Heart?
Rantac is not harmful for the heart.
SafeRantac should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Atazanavir
Budesonide
Delavirdine
Lomitapide
Efavirenz
Clotrimazole
Metformin
Paracetamol
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rantac unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rantac habit forming or addictive?
Rantac does not cause addiction.
NoIs 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.
SafeIs it safe?
Yes, the use of Rantac is considered safe.
SafeIs it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Rantac is not used to treat mental disorders.
NoInteraction between Food and Rantac
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Rantac with food.
UnknownInteraction between Alcohol and Rantac
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Rantac as it can have severe side effects.
SevereRantac 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.
Yes, Rantac is used to treat gastritis. It helps by preventing the excess acid secretion in the stomach and additionally relieving the symptoms of gastritis such as stomach pain, stomach inflammation, and acid reflux.
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.
Take Rantac as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Rantac is not directly used for treating irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It is given if acid secretion increases due to IBS. IBS is managed by a combination of drug therapy like antispasmodic ( to relieve stomach pain), laxatives ( to relieve constipation), and antimotility drugs ( to relieve diarrhea).