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Histac is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet,Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acidity, Peptic Ulcer, Heartburn. Other than this, Histac has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Histac depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Histac can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Histac are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Histac has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Histac's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Histac related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Histac have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Histac with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Histac is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Histac is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Histac safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Histac in pregnant women.
Is the use of Histac safe during breastfeeding?
Histac does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Histac on the Kidneys?
Histac has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Histac on the Liver?
Histac may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Histac on the Heart?
Histac is not harmful for the heart.
Histac should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Histac unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Histac habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Histac has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Histac since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Histac is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Histac is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Histac
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Histac together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Histac
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Histac as it can have severe side effects.
No, one should not discontinue Histac on their own, because it may cause unwanted rebound effects. There is a possibility of experiencing the symptoms of acidity again when this drug is suddenly discontinued. So, you must consult your doctor before stopping this medicine.
Yes, Histac is found to increase the uric acid level in blood and cause the gout-like symptom such as pain in the joint, redness, and inflammation of joint. Regular uric acid level monitoring is needed if you are taking this medicine for the longest time.
Histac can be taken at any time of day, but it is best to take this medicine in the morning before breakfast. However, you are recommended to follow your doctor's instructions.
Histac is not directly used for treating irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It is given if acid secretion increases due to IBS. IBS is managed by a combination of drug therapy like antispasmodic ( to relieve stomach pain), laxatives ( to relieve constipation), and antimotility drugs ( to relieve diarrhea).
Yes, Histac is an antihistaminic drug. It works by blocking the histamine receptor further which blocks the action of histamine and hence decreases the acid production in the stomach.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zantac® (ranitidine hydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 650