Monorin 150 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Monorin Benefits & Uses

Monorin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
Peptic Ulcer
Heartburn (Read More - Home Remedies for Heartburn: Natural Ways to Alleviate Discomfort)

Other Benefits

Monorin 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
Adult	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Acidity Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Acidity Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 8 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Monorin Related Warnings

Is the use of Monorin safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Monorin without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Monorin safe during breastfeeding?

Monorin does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Monorin on the Kidneys?

Monorin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Monorin on the Liver?

Monorin has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Monorin on the Heart?

Using Monorin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Monorin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Gefitinib

Mild

Paracetamol

Monorin Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Porphyria
Heart Disease
Allergy
Drug Allergies

Frequently asked Questions about Monorin

Is this Monorin habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Monorin.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, the use of Monorin is considered safe.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Monorin for mental disorders.

No

Monorin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Monorin

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Monorin

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Monorin

Question about 5 years ago

Is Monorin safe?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Monorin is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I smoke while taking Monorin?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Avoid smoking while you are taking Monorin. As per clinical studies, the effectiveness of Monorin 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 over 5 years ago

How does Monorin work?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Monorin 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 over 4 years ago

Can taking Monorin 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 Monorin?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Monorin 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.