Ranitidine Hydrochloride 25mg/mL, 30mL Injection$108.00
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Ranitidine Hydrochloride 25mg/mL, 30mL Injection
SKU GME574Product Introduction
Ranitidine injection is an H2-receptor blocker for acid-related disease when parenteral treatment is required. Its role includes selected ulcer and acid-hypersecretion regimens.
How to use
A healthcare professional gives ranitidine by intramuscular injection or by diluted, slow intravenous administration. Rapid intravenous injection can cause cardiovascular reactions. Kidney function affects the treatment amount and the interval between injections.
How it works
Blocking histamine H2 receptors on stomach parietal cells reduces acid secretion, including secretion between meals and overnight.
Side effects
Headache, constipation, diarrhoea and dizziness may occur; injection can cause local discomfort or, rarely, heart-rate changes.
Important information
Kidney impairment may require a different schedule. Persistent swallowing difficulty, unexplained weight loss or gastrointestinal bleeding needs investigation rather than continued acid suppression alone.
Uses
- Acid reflux
- gastric or duodenal ulcers
- pathological gastric acid hypersecretion
Benefits
Reduces acid exposure so acid-related symptoms can improve and damaged mucosa can heal.
Why must intravenous ranitidine be given slowly?
Rapid intravenous administration can cause a slow or abnormal heartbeat, dizziness or a fall in blood pressure. Dilution and controlled administration reduce avoidable injection-related risk.
Does it kill Helicobacter pylori?
No. An H. pylori ulcer needs an appropriate antibiotic eradication regimen.
Can kidney disease change treatment?
Yes. Ranitidine is cleared through the kidneys, so reduced kidney function can increase exposure.
Which stool changes need urgent attention?
Black tarry stools, vomiting blood or fainting can indicate bleeding and need prompt care.
Can it be used indefinitely for unexplained heartburn?
Persistent or recurrent symptoms need assessment for the underlying cause and treatment suitability.
Are tablets and injection interchangeable dose for dose?
No. Route, concentration and clinical circumstances determine the injectable regimen.
Does it cause an immediate antacid effect?
It reduces new acid production rather than directly neutralising acid already present.
Can acid suppression affect other medicines?
Yes. Medicines needing an acidic stomach for absorption may be affected; include antifungal and HIV treatments in the medication review.
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