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Ranitas 150 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Acidity, Peptic Ulcer, Heartburn. Secondary and off-label uses of Ranitas 150 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Ranitas 150 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ranitas 150 Tablet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Ranitas 150 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ranitas 150 Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Ranitas 150 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Ranitas 150 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Ranitas 150 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ranitas 150 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Ranitas 150 Tablet 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 Ranitas 150 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Ranitas in pregnant women.
Is the use of Ranitas 150 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Ranitas does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Ranitas 150 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Ranitas rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ranitas 150 Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Ranitas on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Ranitas 150 Tablet on the Heart?
You can take Ranitas without any fear of damage to the heart.
Ranitas 150 Tablet 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 Ranitas 150 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ranitas 150 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Ranitas 150 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Ranitas 150 Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ranitas 150 Tablet is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ranitas 150 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ranitas 150 Tablet
There is no information on the effects of taking Ranitas 150 Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ranitas 150 Tablet
Consumption of alcohol and Ranitas 150 Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Ranitas can be taken with omeprazole when prescribed by a doctor. Both the medicines work towards reducing stomach acid production. The doctor usually prescribes the two of them together when the symptoms of acidity get severe. However, do not take them together by yourself without consulting a doctor.
No, Ranitas 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.
Taking [medicine] does not directly cause pneumonia. However, in some cases [medicine] may increase the chances of bacteria to grow inside the gut causing bacterial infections such as pneumonia. The bacterial growth in the gut can be caused due to decreased acid secretion in the stomach which allow growth of bacteria in the gut which can move into the lungs through breathing. Please consult your doctor if you are experiencing fever, breathing difficulties and nonstop coughing for more than 2 weeks.
It is a prescription drug, hence do not take Ranitas without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without doctor's advice.
suppress is because a long-term use of Ranitas can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acid which is required for the absorption of vitamin B12. Hence patients taking [medicine] for a long time have Vitamin B12 deficiency. To replenish Vitamin B12 in your body your doctor prescribes this vitamin along with this medicine.
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