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How to Take Ranitidine and it's Dose

Written by - Anushta Chandrapalan, M.Sc

Medically Checked by - Dr. M. Janani Priya, Doctor of Pharmacy

Last Updated on Feb 15, 2023

It comes as a capsule and tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.

Dosage & When it is to be taken

Adult: PO- Initial: The recommended dose is 300 mg at bedtime or 150 mg twice daily for 4-8 weeks depending on the condition.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

Drug Name : Ranitidine

This medication is an antacid, antireflux agent and antiulcerant, prescribed for peptic ulcer.

Trade Names/Brand Names of Ranitidine

India :

Ranidic | Rantac (75mg/5ml) | Peploc (150mg) | Rantirose -D | Rt - Dom | Rantispas | Ranex -DC | Ranial | Acidom | Aciloc D

International :

Tritec, Zantac

Last Updated on Feb 15, 2023

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