Ranid Tablet (Ranitidine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

For individuals aged 16 years and older, take 1 tablet (75mg) once, up to 2 tablets (150mg) per day.

This medication should not be taken by individuals who have had allergic reactions to its ingredients. If you have difficulty swallowing food, experience pain while swallowing, or have hematemesis or melena, you must consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. If heartburn persists for more than three months or occurs with dizziness, cold sweat, or lightheadedness, consultation with a healthcare professional is necessary before taking. If you experience pain in the chest or shoulder along with shortness of breath, or if chest pain occurs frequently, you should consult a doctor before taking this medication. It is important to consult a healthcare professional before taking if unexpected weight loss, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or similar symptoms arise. Patients taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or with a history of drug allergies should also consult before taking this medication. Patients with renal or hepatic dysfunction, the elderly, or those with a history of acute porphyria should consult a healthcare professional before taking. Pregnant women or those likely to become pregnant should consult a doctor before use because this medication can cross the placenta and its safety has not been established. Breastfeeding women should also consult a healthcare professional before taking, as this medication can be transferred through breast milk. If you are taking other medications, be aware that this medication may affect the absorption, metabolism, and excretion of those drugs, potentially leading to drug interactions. Particularly when taken with anticoagulants or certain cardiac and neurological medications, caution is necessary, and dosage adjustments or cessation of use may be required according to professional guidance. If symptoms persist or worsen while taking this medication, stop taking it immediately and consult a doctor or pharmacist. Do not take this medication continuously for more than 14 days, and if serious side effects such as hives, rash, shortness of breath, blood abnormalities, liver dysfunction, heart issues, digestive problems, or neurological symptoms appear, stop taking this medication immediately and consult healthcare personnel. This medication can mask symptoms of stomach cancer, so it should only be used temporarily for symptom relief. When taken with certain antacids or antibiotics, its absorption may be affected, so it is advisable to space the doses apart. In case of overdose, prompt treatment is necessary, which may include measures such as vomiting or gastric lavage. Avoid taking with alcoholic beverages, and if there are changes in body condition after taking, consult a professional. The elderly or patients with chronic pulmonary diseases, diabetes, or weakened immune systems may have a heightened risk of pneumonia, so caution is advised. Some urine tests may yield false positive results while taking this medication. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children and stored in its original container to prevent misuse or deterioration of quality.

Serious side effects

Hives, angioedema, anaphylactic shock, bronchospasm, agranulocytosis, increased serum creatinine levels, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, bone marrow suppression, aplastic anemia, hypereosinophilia, liver dysfunction (increased AST, ALT, γ-GTP, ALP levels), hepatitis, bradycardia, atrioventricular block, tachycardia, vasculitis, pancreatitis, convulsions, hepatic steatosis

Mild side effects

• Rash
• fever
• low blood pressure
• nausea
• vomiting
• abdominal bloating
• abdominal pain
• loss of appetite
• diarrhea
• dizziness

This medication can be sensitive to air or humidity, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. This will help to preserve the medication's efficacy for a longer duration.

Appearance

Pink pentagonal film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle, 10 tablets/strip x1, 60 tablets (10 tablets/strip x6), 120 tablets ((10 tablets/strip x6)x2)