What is Ranitidine?
CATEGORY: Prescription Drugs
TYPES:Generic: RanitidineBrand:
Ranitidine is an H2 blocker that is used in prescription strength for duodenal and gastric ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux, and as part of a multidrug regimen for the eradication of H. pylori to reduce the risk of duodenal ulcer recurrence.
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How do members experience Ranitidine?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gastroesophageal reflux disease | 1,160 | 159 | |
| Acid reflux | 292 | 76 | |
| Gastritis | 144 | 11 | |
| Food allergy | 83 | 6 | |
| Chronic idiopathic hives | 76 | 2 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Diarrhea | 4 | |
| Stomach pain | 4 | |
| Constipation | 3 | |
| Abdominal bloating | 2 | |
| Gas pain | 2 | |
| Headaches | 2 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 9 | |
| Moderate | 9 | |
| Mild | 21 | |
| None | 250 |
Member evaluations
Pen'sup
evaluated on Oct 15, 2011
- Perceived effectiveness for gastroesophageal reflux disease: None
- Side effects: None
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daiseyblue
evaluated on Jun 25, 2008
- Perceived effectiveness for gastroesophageal reflux disease: Slight
- Side effects: None
nanakle
evaluated on May 25, 2010
- Perceived effectiveness for acid reflux: Slight
- Side effects: None
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