Question 1

is alcohol dangerous with zantac (ranitidine) and pantoloc? what are the interactions? would spacing the use of these be safe? ex: p in morning, a @ day, z night

Accepted Answer

Maybe: It depends on the reason you are taking the zantac (ranitidine) and pantoloc. These meds are overused for simple indigestion, and appropriately used for gastric acid reduction in the stomach for several conditions, including prevention of stomach ulcers and bleeding. Alcohol irritates the lining of stomach and may increase risk of stomach bleeding if consumed in large quantities, with or without these meds.

Question 2

wolud there be a drug interaction if you are taking prilosec 40mg and zantac (ranitidine) 150mg if you still felt the heartburn?

Accepted Answer

Fine...: No major interactions exist, but i'm worried that your symptoms aren't being controlled well.  You should definitely talk with your doctor to see if something else can be done.

Question 3

what is zantac (ranitidine)?

Accepted Answer

Antiacid stomach med: Zantac (ranitidine) is a histamine-2 (h2 blocker) which blocks acid secretion in the stomach. It can be used for esophageal reflux
(gerd) or other general hi acid states. It may be safer to use long-term than the other popular acid blockers (ppi's) e.g. Prilosec. Interestingly, since Zantac is a histamine blocker it can also be used for 'allergy' or hives.

Question 4

can i take gaviscom with zantac?

Accepted Answer

Pharmacist: Your pharmacist can be very helpful in answering questions like this or about any of your medications. You can take both, but take the zantac on an empty stomach as gaviscon can interfere with its entry into the stomach or its digestion.

Question 5

is 450mg of zantac (ranitidine) bad?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: It is higher than the recommended maximum daily dose of 300 mg but it should not present any major issues.

Question 6

expired zantac (ranitidine) still work?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but: Depends on how long it has been expired. Effectiveness will diminish with time (years).

Question 7

does zantac (ranitidine) cause anxiousness?

Accepted Answer

Zantac (ranitidine) and anxiety: Anxiety is extremely rare in zantac (ranitidine) use. But, it has been reported. The only way to know is to stop the zantac (ranitidine). If that is the cause, the anxiety should go away in a couple of days. So far, only 10 cases have been reported.

Question 8

take two zantac (ranitidine) 75 or one 150?

Accepted Answer

The same: These simply are the same amount in total.  No difference in effect either way.

Question 9

does zantac (ranitidine) 75 contain aluminum?

Accepted Answer

No: Zantac is a histamine-type 2 blocker that helps to reduce stomach acid production in the stomach. It's generic name is ranitidine and does not contain aluminum.

Question 10

can i take 3 zantac (ranitidine) at one time?

Accepted Answer

Not recommended: Risks outweigh benefits. Taking three 150 mg pills probably would not cause toxicity though it also would not likely provide more relief. Current recommended dosages for Zantac (or ranitidine) for most conditions is 150 mg twice daily or 300 mg once at bedtime.  Patients with erosive esophagitis may benefit from 150 mg four times daily but dosages are about every 6 hours, not all at once.

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Is alcohol dangerous with zantac (ranitidine) and pantoloc? what are the interactions? would spacing the use of these be safe? ex: p in morning, a @ day, z night

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Wolud there be a drug interaction if you are taking prilosec 40mg and zantac (ranitidine) 150mg if you still felt the heartburn?

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What is zantac (ranitidine)?

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Can i take gaviscom with zantac?

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Expired zantac (ranitidine) still work?

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Take two zantac (ranitidine) 75 or one 150?

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