Ingredient

Roxatidine Acetate Hydrochloride

Roxatidine acetate hydrochloride is an ingredient used in the treatment of peptic ulcers by reducing gastric acid secretion.

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MFDS ingredient code M241476

What does it do?

Roxatidine acetate hydrochloride is a drug belonging to the class of H2 receptor antagonists that inhibit gastric acid secretion. It is used in the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders such as peptic ulcers, alleviating mucosal damage caused by excess gastric acid.

This ingredient binds to the histamine H2 receptors in the gastric wall to reduce gastric acid secretion. As a result, the reduction in gastric acid helps to decrease irritation and damage at the ulcer site, aiding in healing.

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Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Compared to other H2 receptor antagonists, Roxatidine has a strong gastric acid suppression effect while having fewer side effects. Additionally, its mechanism of action is selective in regulating gastric acid secretion, making it effective for protecting the gastric mucosa.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
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