Oesophageal reflux disease

Indication for Cimetidine

Population group: Suitable for both men and women, only adults (18 years old or older)

For this indication, competent medicine agencies globally authorize below treatments:

1,600 mg in 4 divided doses daily

Route of admnistration

Oral

Defined daily dose

1,600 - 1,600 mg

Dosage regimen

From 400 To 400 mg 4 time(s) per day every day

Detailed description

In oesophageal reflux disease, 400 mg four times a day, with meals and at bedtime, for four to eight weeks is recommended to heal oesophagitis and relieve associated symptoms.

Active ingredient

Cimetidine is a histamine H2-receptor antagonist which rapidly inhibits both basal and stimulated gastric secretion of acid and reduces pepsin output. It is a reversible, competitive antagonist, and is used as an anti-ulcer drug.

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