Xantid is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Xantid is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE
Xantid does not usually affect your ability to drive.
CAUTION
Xantid should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Xantid may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Xantid should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Xantid may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of Xantid 150mg Tablet
Introduction
Xantid is a medicine that reduces the amount of excess acid make by your stomach. It is used to treat and prevent heartburn, indigestion and other symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach. It is also used to treat and prevent stomach ulcers, reflux disease and some other rare conditions. Xantid is also commonly prescribed to prevent stomach ulcers and heartburn caused by the use of painkillers. It can be taken with or without food. How much you need, and how often you take it will depend on what you are being treated for. Follow the advice of...
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Uses of Xantid
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)
Peptic ulcer disease
Side effects of Xantid
Common
Sleepiness
Headache
Tiredness
Constipation
Diarrhea
How to use Xantid
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Xantid may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Xantid works
Xantid is a histamine H2 receptor antagonist. It works by reducing the acid produced in the stomach. This helps to relieve acid-related indigestion and heartburn.
What if you forget to take Xantid?
If you miss a dose of Xantid, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick Tips
If you are also taking other medications to treat acidity (e.g., antacid), take them 2 hours before or after taking Xantid.
Avoid taking soft drinks, citrus fruits like orange and lemon, which can irritate the stomach and increase acid secretion.
Inform your doctor if you do not feel better after taking Xantid for 2 weeks as you may be suffering from some other problems.
Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney disease as dose of your medicine may need to be adjusted.
Do not stop taking the medication without talking to your doctor.
Brief Description
Indication
Dyspepsia, H. pylori infection, Benign gastric and duodenal ulceration, GERD, Acid aspiration during general anesth, Prophylaxis during NSAID treatment, Stress ulceration of upper GI, Zollinge