Cimetidine 200mg

Antacid, Histamine H2 Receptor Antagonist

CSA NA – FDA Approved – REMS (N) – Can Ship

Cimetidine inhibits the H2 histamine receptor in stomach parietal cells which inhibits gastric acid secretion, gastric volume reduction, and raises pH level.

Cimetidine is indicated for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), or heart burn. (may also be used for conditions not listed)

Before starting Cimetidine make sure your physician is aware of any allergies or medications you currently take, if you have liver disease, kidney disease, gastric malignancy or are pregnant or breastfeeding. Long term use may result in B12 deficiency due to poor absorption. Some rare cases of reversible confusion have been reported in the elderly, severely ill, and those with liver or kidney impairment.

Oral: 400 mg 4 times daily or 800 mg twice daily for prescription therapy.  200-400 mg once daily for over the counter treatment of heartburn.

How to Take: Follow instructions provided by physician/pharmacy label, take consistently at same times each day with food unless otherwise directed, store at room temperature.

Side effects are uncommon with this medication however some that may occur are headache, dizziness, drowsiness, gynecomastia, or diarrhea.

Note this is not a complete list of side effects, only the most common.

1. I am concerned about long term side effects, why does my physician insist I take this?
   Leaving certain gastric conditions untreated such as GERD can result in increased risk of complications such as esophageal cancer.  Your physician has considered the risks and found them to be far less than the benefit.  If you are still concerned discuss your options with your physician however do not just stop the medication yourself.