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Ranicool Benefits & Uses

Ranicool is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
Peptic Ulcer (Read More - Gentle and Natural: Best Home Remedies for Stomach Ulcers)
Heartburn (Read More - Home Remedies for Heartburn: Natural Ways to Alleviate Discomfort)

Other Benefits

Ranicool Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Acidity Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Acidity Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 8 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Ranicool Related Warnings

Is the use of Ranicool safe for pregnant women?

Ranicool is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Ranicool safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Ranicool.

Safe
What is the effect of Ranicool on the Kidneys?

Ranicool has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ranicool on the Liver?

Ranicool is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ranicool on the Heart?

Ranicool is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Ranicool with Other Drugs

Ranicool should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Gefitinib

Mild

Paracetamol

Ranicool Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ranicool unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Porphyria
Heart Disease
Allergy
Drug Allergies

Frequently asked Questions about Ranicool

Is this Ranicool habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Ranicool is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Ranicool since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Ranicool is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Ranicool is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Ranicool Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ranicool

There is no information on the effects of taking Ranicool with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Ranicool

Taking Ranicool with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Ranicool

Question about 5 years ago

Is Ranicool useful in the prevention of painkiller (NSAID) induced gastric ulcers?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Ranicool is useful for preventing painkiller (NSAID) induced gastric ulcer. Taking painkillers for a long time may cause stomach pain, weight loss, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting. Please consult your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Ranicool?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Ranicool is a brand name of ranitidine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drug called antihistamine (H2 receptor blocker). It prevents excessive acid production in the stomach. It is used to treat a number of diseases such as gastroesophageal reflux disease, peptic ulcer disease, and Zollinger–Ellison syndrome.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I smoke while taking Ranicool?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Avoid smoking while you are taking Ranicool. As per clinical studies, the effectiveness of Ranicool is found to be lesser in smokers as compared to non-smokers. Moreover, smoking may increase the acid secretions which can cause stomach problems. Please discuss with your doctor to know more.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Ranicool be used to treat gastritis?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Ranicool is used to treat gastritis. It helps by preventing the excess acid secretion in the stomach and additionally relieving the symptoms of gastritis such as stomach pain, stomach inflammation, and acid reflux.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Ranicool an antacid?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

No, Ranicool is not an antacid. It belongs to the group of medicine called H2- receptor blocker which blocks excess acid secretion in the stomach while antacid only neutralizes the stomach acid by coating the stomach.