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The three other H2 receptor blockers, famotidine (Pepcid, Pepcid AC), nizatidine (Axid), and ranitidine (Zantac), are similar in their uses.

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What are the names of the most common H2 receptor blockers?

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How the H2 blockers work?

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What are the two types of gastric acid inhibitors?

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What is the purpose of H2 blockers?

H2 blockers are mainly used as treatment for people with gastroesophageal diseases who have an excess of stomach acid. These blockers reduce the amount of stomach acid your body produces, making heartburn or acid reflux much less likely.


What is the difference between cimetidine and ranitidine?

Cimetidine and ranitidine are both H2 receptor antagonists used to reduce stomach acid production. However, ranitidine has a longer duration of action and is generally considered more potent than cimetidine. Cimetidine can interact with more drugs due to its inhibition of various cytochrome P450 enzymes.


What is APO 019 for?

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Is Zantac a barbiturate?

No it is not barbiturate it is related to H2 Blockers (for peptic Ulcer problem)


What adverse reactions are possible with H2-receptor blockers?

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