Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension
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Product introduction
Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension is a medicine that reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes. It is used to treat and prevent heartburn, indigestion, and other symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach. It is also used to treat and prevent stomach ulcers, reflux disease, and some rarer conditions.
Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension is also commonly prescribed to prevent stomach ulcers and heartburn seen with the use of painkillers. The medicine must be taken in dose and duration as prescribed by the doctor. How much you need, and how often you take it, will depend on what you are being treated for. Follow the advice of your doctor. This medicine should relieve indigestion and heartburn within a few hours and you may only need to take it for a short time when you have symptoms. If you are taking it to prevent ulcers and other conditions you may need to take it for longer. You should keep taking it regularly to prevent problems from happening in the future. You may be able to help improve your symptoms by eating smaller meals more often and avoiding spicy or fatty foods.
Most people who take it do not have any side effects but the most common include headache, constipation, feeling drowsy or tired, and diarrhea. If you do get a side effect, it is usually mild and will go away when you stop taking this medicine or as you adjust to it. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects bother you or do not go away.
Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems. This may affect the dose or suitability of this medicine. Also tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. This medicine is usually considered safe to take during pregnancy and breastfeeding if it has been prescribed by a doctor. Avoid drinking alcohol as this can increase the amount of acid in your stomach and make your symptoms worse.
Uses of Rantimed Oral Suspension
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)
- Peptic ulcer disease
Side effects of Rantimed Oral Suspension
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Rantimed
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- Gastrointestinal disturbance
How to use Rantimed Oral Suspension
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Rantimed Oral Suspension works
Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension is a histamine H2 receptor blocker that reduces the amount of acid made in the stomach. It relieves acid-related indigestion and heartburn.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Rantimed Oral Suspension?
If you miss a dose of Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose
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Quick tips
- If you are also taking other medications to treat acidity (e.g., antacid), take them 2 hours before or after taking Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension.
- Avoid taking soft drinks, citrus fruits like orange and lemon, which can irritate the stomach and increase acid secretion.
- Inform your doctor if you do not feel better after taking Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension for 2 weeks as you may be suffering from some other problems.
- Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney disease as dose of your medicine may need to be adjusted.
- Do not stop taking the medication without talking to your doctor.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Aralkylamines Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Histamine Type-2 Receptor Antagonists (H2 Blockers)
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension safe for long-term use?
There is limited data available on whether Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension can be used for the long term or not, but it is a relatively safe medicine. You should take it for the duration advised by your doctor. Do not take over-the-counter Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension for longer than 2 weeks unless advised by your doctor.
Can I take Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension empty stomach?
Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food. It can be taken once daily before bedtime or twice daily in the morning and before bedtime, as recommended.
Is Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension effective?
Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension would be effective only if used for the right indication in the dose and the duration as advised by the doctor. In case you do not find any change in your condition while taking this medicine, please talk to your doctor. Do not change the dose or stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor.
What are the dos and don’ts while taking Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension?
Avoid taking aspirin and other painkillers used to treat arthritis, period pain, or headache. These medicines may irritate the stomach and make your condition worse. Contact your doctor who may suggest other medicines. Avoid coffee, tea, cocoa, and cola drinks because these contain ingredients that may irritate your stomach. Eat smaller, more frequent meals. Eat slowly and chew your food carefully. Try not to rush while having meals. You should stop or cut down on smoking.
Can I take alcohol with Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension?
Alcohol does not interfere with the working of Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension. But, you should avoid taking alcohol as it may further damage the stomach, delaying your recovery.
How long does it take for Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension to start working?
Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension starts working as fast as 15 minutes from when it is given. Its effect is seen to last all day or all night.
What is the difference between Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension and omeprazole?
Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension and Omeprazole belong to different groups of medicines. While Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension belongs to histamine H2 antagonists group, Omeprazole belongs to proton pump inhibitors group. These medicines (Rantimed 75mg Oral Suspension and Omeprazole) work by reducing the amount of acid made by the stomach, to give relief of symptoms and allow healing to take place.
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