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Can zantac (ranitidine) cause shortness of breath when used for longer than 14 days?

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Not likely: Shortness of breath is not a common side effect of Zantac (ranitidine). If you are experiencing shortness of breath, you should contact your doctor right away, or be seen in an Urgent Care or ER.

Dr Fisher agreed

Answered 6/17/2017

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