Apo-Cimetidine

Uses
Apo-Cimetidine (Cimetidine) belongs to a class of medications known as histamine receptor antagonists. Taking this medicine helps to reduce stomach acid production. Conditions which can be treated with this drug include peptic ulcers, duodenal ulcers, GERD (gastro oesophageal reflux disease), Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, indigestion caused by excess amounts of stomach acid and various other conditions. It has also been taken to treat or prevent occasional acid indigestion caused by consumption of certain foods or drinks.

Dosage and Administration
Apo-Cimetidine (Cimetidine) tablets are taken by mouth. A full medical assessment and consultation is necessary so that your doctor can decide the correct dosage. Adults treating a duodenal ulcer may be told to take a dose ranging from 800mg to 1600mg once per day, just before going to bed, or else 400mg twice per day (once in the morning and again before bed). Erosive oesophagitis is sometimes treated with 800mg twice per day (or else 400mg 4 times per day). Other conditions may be treated differently, and in all cases, patients must follow the instructions given to them by their doctor.

Side effects
Patients taking Apo-Cimetidine (Cimetidine) may sometimes experience side effects, such as:

• Constipation
• Feeling drowsy
• Dizzy sensation
• Feeling agitated
• Enlargement of the breasts

Tell your doctor about any side effects you notice. In some cases, patients taking this medicine may experience severe reactions. Seek medical attention immediately if you notice bruising, bleeding, coughing, blistering of the skin, hallucinations or any other symptoms that indicate you may be suffering from a severe reaction.

Precautions
If you suffer from any problems affecting the immune system, medical conditions affecting the kidneys, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, diabetes or any illnesses affecting the stomach, you must tell your doctor before you start taking this medicine.

If you are dizzy, you must not drive or operate machinery.

Seek immediate emergency medical attention if you suffer an allergic reaction. Symptoms to watch for, which may be indicative of a reaction, include skin rashes, hives, swelling of the face or limbs, trouble breathing, and trouble swallowing.

Always use Apo-Cimetidine (Cimetidine) as you have been prescribed by your doctor. Never self-medicate or change your dosage without first consulting your doctor. The correct dosage can vary depending on your health, medical history, and the severity of the condition being treated.

This medication may not be safe for all patients. Before you begin using it always disclose the following to your doctor:

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• If you suffer from any allergies.
• If you suffer from any other health conditions or illnesses.
• If you are using any other medicine (including all non-prescription).
• If you are using any supplements, vitamins, or herbal products of any kind.