Manufacturer: J B Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition : Ranitidine(25mg)
Rantac 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.
Rantac Injection 2ml belongs to a group of medicines called H2-receptor antagonists. It reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes and relieves the pain associated with heartburn and acid reflux. You should take it exactly as it is prescribed for it to be effective.
The pharmacokinetics of ranitidine has been described previously[9-11]. After oral administration 50% of ranitidine is absorbed, resulting in the peak serum concentration of 2 ± 3 h after dosing, followed by elimination with a half-life of 2.5 ± 3 h.
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 Rantac
Sleepiness
Headache
Tiredness
Constipation
Diarrhea
General Information.
H2-blocker hypersensitivity.
Gastric cancer.
Infection.
Hepatic disease.
Renal disease, renal failure, renal impairment.
Children, infants, neonates, premature neonates.
Pregnancy.
Rantac 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.
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Rantac Injection 2ml.
Rantac 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.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
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)
amiodarone.
antacids (e.g., magnesium hydroxide, calcium carbonate; within 2 hours of taking ranitidine)
"azole" antifungals (e.g., itraconazole, ketoconazole, posaconazole)
cefuroxime.
clavulanic acid.
cyclosporine.
delavirdine.
dexmethylphenidate.
Kindly do not self administer.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Rantac Injection 2ml, please consult your doctor.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
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 Rantac 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 Rantac 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.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Q. Is Rantac Injection 2ml safe for long-term use?
There is limited data available on whether Rantac 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 Rantac Injection 2ml for longer than 2 weeks unless advised by your doctor.
Q. Is Rantac Injection 2ml effective?
Rantac 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 Rantac 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 Rantac Injection 2ml to start working?
Rantac 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.
