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Cimetidine - oral

(sye-met-uh-deen)

common brand names: Tagamet

Simular Drugs : Tagamet, Tagamet Hb

Tagamet Hb Usage: Cimetidine blocks secretion of acid from stomach. Prescription cimetidine is used to treat & 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 and acid indigestion.

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

How to use Tagamet Hb: this medication is taken by mouth. Take this as directed. don't increase your dose, take this more often than prescribed or stop taking this with out first consulting you're healthcare professional. If you taking antacids in addition to it medication, stagger the doses so they not taken at the same time. Try to space dosing about it drug & antacids by at least 2 hours.

Tagamet Hb side effects: Headache, fatigue, dizziness, loss of appetite, sleepiness, dry skin or dry mouth may occur as you're body adjusts to drug. Hair loss, increased sweating, anxiety, change in sex drive, breast enlargement in males and change in taste perceptions may also occur. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your 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 healthcare professional or pharmacist.

Tagamet Hb Precautions: Before using this medication, tell your physician or healthcare professional some your medical history, especially about: 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 youre dose without your doctor's approval. Elderly persons may be more sensitive to effects about it medication. this med should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks & benefits with your physician. since small amounts of this med found in breast milk, consult some your doctor before breast-feeding.

Tagamet Hb drug interactions: Tell your physician about every drugs you use (both prescription & nonprescription), especially of: antacids, alcohol, heart tablet, blood thinners, anti-anxiety drugs, blood pressure medications, anti-seizure medications, drugs used for diabetes, antidepressants, narcotic pain tablets (e.g., codeine), azole antifungals (e.g., ketoconazole), theophylline. Cigarette smoking can affect this tablet. Tell your doctor if you smoke & if you stop or start smoking while using this med. this medication is available in both prescription & over-the-counter formulations. don't take both at same time. do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or physician approval.

Tagamet Hb Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact 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 Hb special notes: for best results, this med is often used along with lifestyle changes such as stress-reduction programs, exercise & dietary changes. chat to your health care professional about changes that you can benefit from. Laboratory tests may be done periodically while taking this medication to monitor results & prevent side effects.

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

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

Active Ingredients : Cimetidine