Histac 50mg (Injection) 2ml

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Histac 50mg Injection 2ml is also used to treat ulcers (sores in the lining of the stomach or intestine) which did not get cured with other medications. It is generally administered by a doctor or a nurse. Do not self-administered this medicine at home. The dosage depends on what you are being treated for. Follow the advice of your doctor while taking the medicine. This medicine should relieve indigestion and heartburn within a few hours. You may only need to use it for a short time when you have symptoms. If you are getting the injection to prevent ulcers and other conditions you may need to take it for longer a period. You should keep using it regularly to prevent problems from happening in the future. You may be able to help improve your symptoms by eating smaller meals more often and avoiding spicy or fatty foods.


Most people do not experience any side effects while taking the medicine. However, the most common side effects include headache, constipation, feeling drowsy or tired, and diarrhea. These side effects are usually mild and will go away when you stop taking this medicine or as you adjust to it. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects bother you or do not go away.


Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems. Also tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. This medicine is usually considered safe to take during pregnancy and breastfeeding if it has been prescribed by a doctor. Avoid drinking alcohol as this can increase the amount of acid in your stomach, and make your symptoms worse.


Basic Information

Mechanism Of Action

The stomach produces acid to digest food. When this acid is produced in excess, it can lead to acidity, heartburn and ulcers. Histac Tablet works by blocking the secretion of gastric acid and thereby. This helps in the relief of acid concerned indigestion and heartburn

Pharmacokinets

Ranitidine Tablets is 50% absorbed after oral administration, compared to an intravenous (IV) injection with mean peak levels of 440 to 545 ng/mL occurring 2 to 3 hours after a 150 mg dose. Absorption is not significantly impaired by the administration of food or antacids

Side Effects

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Histac

Sleepiness

Headache

Tiredness

Constipation

Diarrhea

Contra Indications

General Information. ...

H2-blocker hypersensitivity. ...

Gastric cancer. ...

Infection. ...

Hepatic disease. ...

Renal disease, renal failure, renal impairment. ...

Children, infants, neonates, premature neonates. ...

Pregnancy.

Pregnancy Related Information

Histac 50mg Injection 2ml is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.


Product And Alcohol Interaction

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Histac 50mg Injection 2ml.


Breast Feeding Related Information

Histac 50mg Injection 2ml is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.


Indications

Benign gastric ulcer disease, short-term, and maintenance.

Duodenal ulcer disease, short-term, and maintenance.

Erosive esophagitis.

Hypersecretory conditions (e.g., Zollinger-Ellison, systemic mastocytosis, multiple endocrine adenoma syndrome)

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

Interactions

Ranitidine decreases stomach acid, so it may change how well these products work. Some affected products include atazanavir, dasatinib, delavirdine, certain azole antifungals (such as itraconazole, ketoconazole), levoketoconazole, pazopanib, among others.


Typical Dosage

Kindly do not self administer.

Storage Requirements

Store below 25°C


Effects Of Missed Dosage

If you miss a dose, please consult your doctor.

Effects Of Overdose

Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Expert Advice

It is given as an injection into the veins under the supervision of the doctor.

If you are also taking other medications to treat acidity (e.g., antacid), take them 2 hours before or after taking Histac 50mg Injection 2ml.

Avoid taking soft drinks, citrus fruits like orange and lemon, which can irritate the stomach and increase acid secretion.

Inform your doctor if you do not feel better after taking Histac 50mg Injection 2ml for 2 weeks as you may be suffering from some other problems.

Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney disease as dose of your medicine may need to be adjusted.

How To Use

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.


FAQs

Q. Is Histac 50mg Injection 2ml safe for long-term use?

There is limited data available on whether Histac 50mg Injection 2ml can be used for the long term or not, but it is a relatively safe medicine. You should take it for the duration advised by your doctor. Do not take over-the-counter Histac 50mg Injection 2ml for longer than 2 weeks unless advised by your doctor.

Q. Is Histac 50mg Injection 2ml effective?

Histac 50mg Injection 2ml would be effective only if used for the right indication in the dose and the duration as advised by the doctor. In case you do not find any change in your condition while taking this medicine, please talk to your doctor. Do not change the dose or stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor.

Q. What are the dos and don’ts while taking Histac 50mg Injection 2ml?

Avoid taking aspirin and other painkillers used to treat arthritis, period pain, or headache. These medicines may irritate the stomach and make your condition worse. Contact your doctor who may suggest other medicines. Avoid coffee, tea, cocoa, and cola drinks because these contain ingredients that may irritate your stomach. Eat smaller, more frequent meals. Eat slowly and chew your food carefully. Try not to rush while having meals. You should stop or cut down on smoking.

Q. How long does it take for Histac 50mg Injection 2ml to start working?

Histac 50mg Injection 2ml starts working as fast as 15 minutes from when it is given. Its effect is seen to last all day or all night.