Drug information on Cimetidine (Cimetidine) from Zydus Cadila Healthcare Ltd.

Medical Condition(s) for which Cimetidine may be prescribed

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•   Gastrointestinal : Diarrhea.

•   Central Nervous System : Headache, dizziness, drowsiness and mental confusion.

•   Miscellaneous : Muscle pain, skin rash and breast enlargement in male.

PO- The recommended dose is 800mg at bedtime orally; maintenance- 400mg at bed time.

It comes as a tablet and liquid to take by mouth, with food.

Hypersensitivity.

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney or liver impairment, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Avoid excess dosage.

Store it at room temperature and in an airtight container. Keep away from children.

Schedule : H  Prescription drugs - Drugs to be sold only under the prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner.