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Most-Reviewed Use: ANTIBIOTICS

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Brand Name: NA

Drug Class: H2 antihistamine

FDA Category: Over-the-Counter Medication

CompendiRx Topic(s): Fatigue, Gut and Nutrients

Dosage Form: Tablet Tablet - 10mg, 20mg, 40mg

Common Usage: heartburn, indigestion, stomach ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

How it works

Blocks histamine type 2 receptors

Pregnancy

Animal reproduction studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women.

Lactation

Not expected to cause adverse effects

Warnings

contraindications include hypersensitivity to drug or ingredients,

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