Cimetidine

Synonym : -

Molecular Formulae: : C10H16N6S = 252.3

Precautions : Hypersensitivity. pregnancy/lactation. reduce dose in renal or hepatic insufficiency.

Indications/Uses: Peptic ulcer disease 800mg daily. zollinger-ellison syndrome, reflux oesophagitis 800-1600mg daily.

Interactions : Increase activity of drugs metabolized by hepatic cytochrome p450; phenytoin, theophylline, oral anticoagulants, diazepam, propranolol.

Side Effects : Headache. dizziness. reversible gynaecomastia and confusional states. gastro-intestinal disturbances. altered liver function tests. alopecia.rarely tachycardia.

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Brands with Cimetidine :

Acinil
Acinil
Acinil
Apo-cimetidine
C-tidine
Cemet
Cemet
Cimet
Cimetidine
Cimetidine
Cimetidine
Cimetobulk
Labcimet
Labcimet
Labdine
Tagamet
Ulcidin-200
Ulcidin-400
Ulmet