Details for: ACID REDUCER 75MG
Company: PHARMASCIENCE INC
| DIN | DIN name | Active Ingredient(s) | Strength | Dosage Form | Route of Administration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02247551 | ACID REDUCER | RANITIDINE (RANITIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE) | 75 MG | TABLET | ORAL |
Consumer Information
This information was provided by the drug’s manufacturer when this drug product was approved for sale in Canada. It is designed for consumers and care givers. It is a summary of information about the drug and will not tell you everything about the drug. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions about the drug.
What the medication is used for
ACID REDUCER is a commonly used acid reliever
prescribed by doctors worldwide.
ACID REDUCER provides fast relief, treatment and
prevention, day or night, from the burning and discomfort of
the following symptoms caused by too much acid in the
stomach:
- Heartburn
- Acid Indigestion
- Upset or Sour stomach
What it does
ACID REDUCER works by reducing and controlling the
amount of acid in your stomach for up to 12 hours, day or
night. This is what makes ACID REDUCER different from
antacids which only neutralize the acid in your stomach.
Antacids do not reduce the production of excess stomach acid.
ACID REDUCER can also effectively prevent symptoms of
heartburn and acid indigestion when taken 30 to 60 minutes
before eating food and/or drinking beverages that cause
heartburn.
When it should not be used
Do not use ACID REDUCER if you are allergic to any
component of this product or have had an allergic reaction to
another product that contains an acid reducer.
When you should contact your doctor:
Contact your doctor if the following occur while taking or
after taking ACID REDUCER as the following may be
symptoms of a serious reaction/medical condition:
- if you experience heartburn with light-headedness, sweating, dizziness, or frequent wheezing
- if you have chest or shoulder pain with shortness of breath, sweating, pain spreading to neck, arms, or shoulders
What the medicinal ingredient is
Each tablet contains 75 mg of ranitidine, as ranitidine hydrochloride.
What the non-medicinal ingredients are
Colloidal Silicon Dioxide, Croscarmellose Sodium, Lecithin, Magnesium Stearate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Red Iron Oxide, Talc, Titanium Dioxide and Xanthan Gum.
What dosage form it comes in
Tablets: 75 mg
Warnings and precautions
Avoid taking ACID REDUCER while breastfeeding.
BEFORE you use ACID REDUCER talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you:
- have a stomach or duodenal ulcer
- are taking a prescription medicine for stomach ulcer or any other prescription drugs
- have heart problems
- have liver problems
- have diabetes
- have lung disease
- have a weakened immune system
- have kidney disease
- have chest pain
- have difficulty or pain on swallowing, experience choking or continuous stomach pain or discomfort
- are nauseous, have severe vomiting, or have bloody or black stools
- have heartburn that is frequent (> 3 times per week) and/or unusually severe
- have had heartburn for over 3 months
- suffer from porphyria (a rare blood disorder)
- are pregnant or breastfeeding
- are taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), (because these medicines may be causing your symptoms) or other medications
- experience unintended weight loss
- are over 40 years of age and are experiencing new or recently changed symptoms of heartburn or acid indigestion
- have any other illness, or are taking any prescription medicines, for which you are seeing a doctor regularly
- are under 16 years of age
During the treatment if dizziness, drowsiness or vertigo occur then avoid driving motor vehicle or operating machinery or task requiring alertness.
Interactions with this medication
BEFORE you use ACID REDUCER talk to your doctor or
pharmacist if: you are taking antacids, alendronate,
aluminium, amoxicillin, atazanavir clavulanic acid, cefditoren,
cefpodoxime, ceftibuten, cyanocobalamine, delavirdine,
diltiazem, enoxacin, erlotinib, fluvastatin, fosphenytoin,
triamterene, gefitinib, glyburide, itraconazole, ketoconazole,
magnesium hydroxide, metformin, midazolam, pancreatin,
pancuronium, pentoxifylline, posaconazole, procainamide,
sucralfate, triazolam, tubocurarine and warfarin.
Do not take antacids within 30 minutes to 1 hour of taking
ACID REDUCER.
Proper use of this medication
Usual Dose:
Adults and children 16 years and older:
Swallow one tablet whole with a glass of water when
symptoms appear, day or night. If symptoms persist for more
than 1 hour or return after 1 hour, a second tablet may be
taken.
For prevention of symptoms brought on by consuming
food or beverages: One tablet should be taken 30 to 60
minutes before eating a meal or consuming beverages
expected to cause symptoms.
Do not take more than 2 tablets during a 24-hour period. Stop
use and consult your doctor if symptoms get worse or new
symptoms develop or persist after 14 days of treatment.
ACID REDUCER and antacids should be taken 30 minutes to
one hour apart.
What can you do to help avoid symptoms:
- do not lie down or bend over soon after eating
- if you are overweight, try to reduce excess weight
- if you smoke, stop or cut down
- avoid or limit foods such as: caffeine (coffee, tea, or cola drinks), chocolate, spicy or fatty fried foods and alcohol
- try to reduce stress
- do not eat large meals; eat late at night or before bedtime
- raise the head of your bed
- consider wearing loose fitting clothing around abdomen (stomach)
Overdoes
In case of drug overdose, contact a health care practitioner, hospital emergency department or regional Poison Control Centre immediately, even if there are no symptoms.
Side effects and what to do about them
Common side effects that have occurred with ranitidine
include headache, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Other rare side effects observed with the use of ranitidine:
- Different types of anemia and decrease in number of all types of blood cells;
- Trouble sleeping or feeling sleepy
- Blurred vision, involuntary eye movement and intraocular pressure change
- Constipation, stomach pain, dry mouth, decrease in taste sensitivity and swelling of pancreas
- Joint or muscle pain, tremor and uncontrolled movement
- Weakness
- Nervousness, feeling confused, depressed, or excited, or seeing or hearing things that are not really there (hallucinations),
- Swelling of the spaces between renal tubes (in kidney)
- Unable to get or maintain an erection (impotence), unusual secretion of breast milk or breast enlargement in men
- Allergic reaction, skin itch, dermatitis and hair loss,
- Swelling of blood vessels.
If you have any concerns about the side effects, tell your Doctor or pharmacist.
| Symptom / effect | Talk to your healthcare professional Only if severe | Talk to your healthcare professional In all cases | Stop taking drug and get immediate medical help |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rare | |||
| Hypersensitivity Reaction Raised and itchy rash (hives), swelling, sometimes of the face or mouth (angioedema), chest pain, shortness of breath, unexplained fever, wheezing or difficulty in breathing, feeling faint, especially when standing up, collapse | ✔ | ||
| Very Rare | |||
| Serious Skin Reactions Skin rash, which may blister, and look like small targets (central dark spots surrounded by a paler area, with a dark ring around the edge) | ✔ | ||
| Hepatitis Liver failure Yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes, dark or tea colored urine, pale colored stools/ bowel movements, nausea/ vomiting, loss of appetite, pain, aching or tenderness on right side below the ribs | ✔ | ||
| Cardiovascular Slow, fast or irregular heartbeat | ✔ | ||
| Central Nervous System Vertigo, meningitis, dystonia (movement disorder) | ✔ | ||
This is not a complete list of side effects. For any unexpected effects while taking ACID REDUCER, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
How to store
Keep in a safe place out of reach and sight of children. Store between 15°C and 30°C. Protect from light, excessive heat and moisture.
Reporting side effects
You can report any suspected side effects associated with the use of health products to Health Canada by:
- Visiting the Web page on Adverse Reaction Reporting (https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/drugshealth-products/medeffect-canada/adverse-reactionreporting.html) for information on how to report online, by mail or by fax; or
- Calling toll-free at 1-866-234-2345.
NOTE: Contact your health professional if you need information
More information
If you want more information about ACID REDUCER:
- Talk to your healthcare professional
- Find the full product monograph that is prepared for healthcare professionals and
- includes this Patient Medication Information by visiting the Health Canada website
- (http://hc-sc.gc.ca/index-eng.php); the manufacturer’s website www.pharmascience.com, or by calling 1-888-550-6060.
Pharmascience Inc. Montreal, Quebec H4P 2T4
www.pharmascience.com)
Last revised: January 20,2021