NIZATIDINE

Overview

NIZATIDINE is a Schedule H drug.
Nizatidine is a histamine-2 blocker that works by decreasing the amount of acid produced by the stomach. Nizatidine is used to treat ulcers in the stomach and intestines. Nizatidine also treats heartburn and erosive esophagitis caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a condition in which acid backs up from the stomach into the esophagus.

Usage

NIZATIDINE is generally used to treat: GERD
NIZATIDINE can address symptoms like: Heartburn

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 12yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

Before initiating nizatidine therapy for active benign gastric ulcer, it is recommended to access the possibility of cancerous tumors of gastric ulceration. False positive test result for the presence of urobilinogen (abnormalities in urobilinogen levels leads to hemolytic anemia or various liver-related diseases) may occur during the treatment with nizatidine. The use of nizatidine in pregnant and nursing mothers needs medical specialist approval. Nizatidine treatment for heartburn or acid indigestion should be limited to 2 weeks. If symptoms persist after this time period, treatment has to be discontinued and medical advice should be considered.  Nizatidine treatment for heartburn or acid indigestion should be limited to 2 weeks. If symptoms persist after this time period, treatment has to be discontinued and medical advice should be considered. Avoid smoking and drinking alcohol.

Symptoms of Overdosage

NIZATIDINE over-dosage can result in: Eyes Blurred Vision, Eyes Watery Eyes, Drooling, Nausea, Vomit, Loose Motion

Common Side-Effects

NIZATIDINE : Diarrhoea, Head Headache

Serious Side-Effects

NIZATIDINE : Nausea, Vomit, Loss Of Appetite, Abdomen Pain, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Confusion, Throat Soreness

Rare Side-Effects

NIZATIDINE : Skin Rash, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Body Itching

Disease Interactions

NIZATIDINE can interfere with: Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Acute Renal Failure

Technical Classification

NIZATIDINE is categorized as: H2 ANTAGONISTS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

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