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Cimetidine - oral

(sye-met-uh-deen)

common brand names: Tagamet

Simular Drugs : Tagamet, Tagamet Hb

Tagamet Usage: Cimetidine blocks secretion of acid from the stomach. Prescription cimetidine is used to treat and prevent ulcers, to treat gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD), & to treat conditions associated with excessive acid secretion (e.g., Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome). Nonprescription cimetidine is used to relieve heartburn & acid indigestion.

Tagamet canbe used also for: this medication may also be used treat skin rashes caused by allergic conditions.

How to use Tagamet: this med is taken by mouth. Take this as directed. do not increase your dose, take this more much of times than prescribed or stop taking this without 1'st consulting your healthcare professional. If you taking antacids at addition to this drug, stagger the doses so they not taken at the same clock. Try to space dosing of it medication & antacids by at least two hours.

Tagamet side effects: Headache, fatigue, dizziness, loss of appetite, sleepiness, dry skin or dry mouth may occur as you're body adjusts to the medication. Hair loss, increased sweating, anxiety, change in sex drive, breast enlargement in males & change in taste perceptions may also occur. If any about these effects continue or become bothersome, inform youre doctor. Notify your healthcare professional if you develop: skin rash, hives, irregular heartbeat, diarrhea, mental confusion, depression, difficulty walking vision changes, trouble urinating, joint or muscle pain, ringing in the ears or breathing difficulty, yellowing eyes or skin, dark urine, black tarry stools, coffee ground-appearing vomit (may suggest internal bleeding). If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Tagamet Precautions: Before using this med, tell youre physician or physician youre medical history, especially of: heartburn combined with lightheadedness or sweating or dizziness, chest pain or shoulder/jaw pain especially with shortness of breath, pain spreading to arms or neck or shoulders, unexplained weight loss, liver or kidney problems, other stomach problems (e.g., tumors), any allergies (including drug allergies). do not change some your dose without youre doctor's approval. Elderly persons may be more sensitive to the effects of this medication. this med should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks & benefits with youre doctor. since small amounts of this med are found in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Tagamet drug interactions: Tell your healthcare professional about every drugs you use (both prescription & nonprescription), especially of: antacids, alcohol, heart tablet, blood thinners, anti-anxiety drugs, blood pressure tablets, anti-seizure drugs, drugs used for diabetes, antidepressants, narcotic pain medications (e.g., codeine), azole antifungals (e.g., ketoconazole), theophylline. Cigarette smoking can affect this drug. Tell some your doctor if you smoke & if you stop or start smoking while using it pill. this med is available in both prescription and over-the-counter formulations. do not take both at the same clock. do not start or stop any medicine with-out healthcare professional or pharmacist approval.

Tagamet Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact some your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include difficulty breathing, fast heartbeat, tremors, vomiting, restlessness, weakness, fatigue, or dizziness.

Tagamet special notes: for best results, it medication is often used along with lifestyle changes such as stress-reduction programs, exercise and dietary changes. talk to youre health care professional about changes that you can benefit from. Laboratory tests may be done periodically while taking it med to monitor results and prevent side effects.

If you missed Tagamet dose: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the following dose, instead, skip the missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' dose to catch up.

Tagamet Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat & light. do not store in the bathroom.

Active Ingredients : Cimetidine