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Janitin Tablet (Nizatidine)

Janitin Tablet (Nizatidine)

OTC medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Nizatidine›75mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Kyungdong Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Light yellow, rectangular, film-coated tablets
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle, 10 tablets/PTP x 1
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200002729 · Notified 2000.02.19 · Insurance code 648101720

Summary

Main use
Relief of acid-related symptoms (heartburn, acid regurgitation, etc.)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults (15 years ∼ 79 years): Take 75 mg of nizatidine orally once daily. If symptoms do not improve after 8 hours, take an additional 75 mg. Do not exceed 150 mg per day.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Kyungdong Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of acid-related symptoms (heartburn, acid regurgitation, etc.)

  • Heartburn
  • excess stomach acid
  • belching
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This medication is used for digestive symptoms such as heartburn, excess stomach acid, and belching.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults (15 years ∼ 79 years): Take 75 mg of nizatidine orally once daily. If symptoms do not improve after 8 hours, take an additional 75 mg. Do not exceed 150 mg per day.

Precautions

This medication should not be taken by those sensitive to certain drugs or diseases. For example, individuals who have had allergic reactions to this drug or similar medications, or those who have experienced anemia or blood-related diseases should exercise caution. Additionally, consult a physician if you are currently taking other gastrointestinal medications or are being treated for blood diseases, liver or kidney diseases, or immune-related diseases. This product is not recommended for children under 15 years, elderly individuals over 80 years, pregnant and nursing women. During treatment, you should not take it with high doses of aspirin or certain chemotherapy agents, antibiotics, and you should avoid alcoholic beverages. It is important to consult a healthcare professional if you have a history of drug allergies or are currently taking any medications before usage. If you experience any unusual symptoms such as rashes, difficulty breathing, severe digestive disorders, liver function abnormalities, or mental symptoms during treatment, stop taking the medication immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Furthermore, this drug may mask symptoms of gastric cancer, so a check-up is essential if gastric cancer is suspected. Individuals with impaired liver and kidney function may require dose adjustments and should avoid long-term use of more than two weeks. For prevention of heartburn, avoid lying down immediately after meals, limit caffeine and greasy food, and refrain from eating right before bedtime. Weight management and quitting smoking can also help alleviate symptoms while using this medication. Finally, keep out of reach of children.

Side effects

  • Rash
  • itching
  • bronchial asthma
  • laryngeal edema
  • hypotension
  • bronchospasm
  • pharyngeal edema
  • respiratory distress
  • anaphylaxis
  • anemia
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  • pancytopenia
  • agranulocytosis
  • granulocytopenia
  • leukopenia
  • neutrophilia
  • thrombocytopenia
  • purpura
  • eosinophilia
  • thrombocytopenic syndrome
  • constipation
  • diarrhea
  • thirst
  • nausea
  • abdominal distention
  • liver dysfunction
  • jaundice
  • cholestasis liver damage
  • hepatocellular liver damage
  • delirium
  • directional sense disorder
  • mental confusion
  • headache
  • drowsiness
  • dizziness
  • weakness
  • numbness
  • convulsions
  • ventricular tachycardia
  • gynecomastia
  • sweating
  • urticaria
  • exfoliative dermatitis
  • hyperuricemia
  • fever
  • chest pain
  • myalgia
  • rhinitis
  • pharyngitis
  • cough
  • vasculitis
  • arthralgia
  • serum sickness
  • facial edema
  • galactorrhea
  • shock
  • nephritis
  • mucocutaneous syndrome
  • toxic epidermal necrolysis
  • heart block
  • bundle branch block
  • incomplete contraction
  • rhabdomyolysis
  • erectile dysfunction

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Interactions

Drug interactions

This medication should not be taken with other gastrointestinal drugs, steroids, antibiotics, anticancer agents, azole antifungals, high-dose (3,900 mg) aspirin, gefitinib, prulifloxacin, or atazanavir.

Food interactions

Alcohol should not be consumed while taking this medication. Avoid caffeine, chocolate, and fried foods.

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius to preserve the drug's effectiveness.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Light yellow, rectangular, film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle, 10 tablets/PTP x 1

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.