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Stantac is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Stantac depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Stantac 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 |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Stantac is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Stantac safe for pregnant women?
Stantac is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Stantac safe during breastfeeding?
Stantac does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Stantac on the Kidneys?
Stantac may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Stantac on the Liver?
Stantac may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Stantac on the Heart?
Stantac is not harmful for the heart.
Stantac 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 Stantac unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Stantac habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Stantac.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Stantac will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Stantac is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Stantac for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Stantac
There is no information on the effects of taking Stantac with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Stantac
Consumption of alcohol and Stantac together may have severe effects on your health.
It is a prescription drug, hence do not take Stantac without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without doctor's advice.
Avoid smoking while you are taking Stantac. As per clinical studies, the effectiveness of Stantac 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.
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.
suppress is because a long-term use of Stantac can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acid which is required for the absorption of vitamin B12. Hence patients taking [medicine] for a long time have Vitamin B12 deficiency. To replenish Vitamin B12 in your body your doctor prescribes this vitamin along with this medicine.
Take Stantac as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
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
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
