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Rantica, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acidity, Peptic Ulcer, Heartburn. Secondary and off-label uses of Rantica have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Rantica depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Rantica side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Rantica go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Rantica is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Rantica's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Rantica related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Rantica contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Rantica have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Rantica is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Rantica is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Rantica is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Rantica safe for pregnant women?
Rantica is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Rantica safe during breastfeeding?
Rantica is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Rantica on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Rantica on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Rantica on the Liver?
Rantica has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Rantica on the Heart?
You can take Rantica without any fear of damage to the heart.
Rantica should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rantica unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rantica habit forming or addictive?
Rantica is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Rantica does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Rantica is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Rantica for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Rantica
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Rantica with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rantica
Taking alcohol with Rantica can be dangerous.
Take Rantica as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Yes, Rantica is useful for preventing painkiller (NSAID) induced gastric ulcer. Taking painkillers for a long time may cause stomach pain, weight loss, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting. Please consult your doctor.
Rantica 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, Rantica 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.
Rantica can be taken with or without food to prevent heartburn and acid indigestion. Take it 30 - 60 minute before meal or drinking beverages that cause indigestion. Do not take more than 2 tablets in a day unless recommended by the doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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
