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Renitab is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Acidity, Peptic Ulcer, Heartburn. Secondary and off-label uses of Renitab have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Renitab 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Renitab as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Renitab 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.
In addition, Renitab's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Renitab's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Renitab contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Renitab with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Renitab is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Renitab 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 Renitab safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Renitab in pregnant women.
Is the use of Renitab safe during breastfeeding?
Renitab does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Renitab on the Kidneys?
Renitab may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Renitab on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Renitab on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Renitab on the Heart?
You can take Renitab without any fear of damage to the heart.
Renitab 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 Renitab unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Renitab habit forming or addictive?
Renitab does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Renitab since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, Renitab is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Renitab is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Renitab
There is no information on the effects of taking Renitab with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Renitab
Taking alcohol with Renitab can be dangerous.
Yes, Renitab is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.
Yes, Renitab 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.
Yes, Renitab 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.
Yes, Renitab 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.
It is a prescription drug, hence do not take Renitab without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without doctor's advice.
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