Rantac OD 300 Tablet CR

54.40

1 Strip =10 tablets cr

Rx Prescription Required
MANUFACTURER
SALT COMPOSITION
Ranitidine (300mg)

Description

Overview

INTRODUCTION

Rantac OD 300 Tablet CR is a medicine that reduces the amount of excess acid make by your stomach. It is used to treat and prevent heartburn, indigestion and other symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach. It is also used to treat and prevent stomach ulcers, reflux disease and some other rare conditions.

Rantac OD 300 Tablet CR is also commonly prescribed to prevent stomach ulcers and heartburn caused by the use of painkillers. It can be taken with or without food. How much you need, and how often you take it will depend on what you are being treated for. Follow the advice of your doctor while taking this medicine. This medicine should relieve indigestion and heartburn within a few hours. You may only need to take it for a short time when you have symptoms. If you are taking it to prevent ulcers and other conditions you may need to take it for longer. You should keep taking it regularly to prevent problems from happening in the future. You may be able to help improve your symptoms by eating smaller meals more often and avoiding spicy or fatty foods.

Most people do not experience any side effects while taking this medicine. However, the most common side effects include headache, constipation, feeling drowsy or tired and diarrhea. These side effects are usually mild and will go away when you stop taking this medicine or as you adjust to it. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects bother you or do not go away.

Before taking it, inform your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems. Also tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. This medicine is usually considered safe to take during pregnancy and breastfeeding if it has been prescribed by a doctor. Avoid drinking alcohol as this can increase the amount of acid in your stomach and make your symptoms worse.

USES OF RANTAC TABLET CR

  • Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)
  • Peptic ulcer disease

SIDE EFFECTS OF RANTAC TABLET CR

Common
  • Sleepiness
  • Headache
  • Tiredness
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhea

HOW TO USE RANTAC TABLET CR

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Rantac OD 300 Tablet CR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

HOW RANTAC TABLET CR WORKS

Rantac OD 300 Tablet CR is a histamine H2 receptor antagonist. It works by reducing the acid produced in the stomach. This helps to relieve acid-related indigestion and heartburn.

SAFETY ADVICE

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Alcohol

UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Rantac OD 300 Tablet CR.
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Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Rantac OD 300 Tablet CR is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
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Breastfeeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Rantac OD 300 Tablet CR is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
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Driving

SAFE
Rantac OD 300 Tablet CR does not usually affect your ability to drive.
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Kidney

CAUTION
Rantac OD 300 Tablet CR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Rantac OD 300 Tablet CR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Liver

CAUTION
Rantac OD 300 Tablet CR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Rantac OD 300 Tablet CR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE RANTAC TABLET CR?

If you miss a dose of Rantac OD 300 Tablet CR, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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