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Zantac Dosage Directions

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Zantac dosage depends on severity of your clinical condition and is usually prescribed to be taken either with or without food.

Dosage per day

The usual recommended dosage of Zantac for GERD or erosive esophagi is and stomach ulcer is 150 mg tablet or 2 tsp of syrup taken twice a day. While Zantac dosage for gastric and duodenal ulcer is 150 mg tablet or 2 tsp of syrup per day at bedtime.

Zantac Storage

Zantac is usually stored at room temperature (25 degree Celsius) away from heat, moisture and direct light. It should be stored away from children and pets.

Zantac Side effects

Common side effects of Zantac include

• Dizziness, severe headache or vomiting,
• Nausea and diarrhea or constipation,
• Insomnia or stomach pain.

While serious side effects of Zantac include

• Changes in heart rate, shortness of breath or chest pain,
• Loss of appetite, jaundice and sore throat,
• Clay-colored stools, dark urine and skin rash,
• Severe allergic reactions such as itching or hives and swelling of face, lips or throat.

Zantac Precautions to be followed

Do not take this drug if you suffer from various allergies.

Avoid Zantac if you have any unusual or allergic reactions to any of its active or inactive components.

Consult your medical professional if you have any medical history.

Zantac is usually not recommended if you suffer from kidney or liver ailments, phenylketonuria or acute porphyria.

Is strictly not recommended during pregnancy.

Zantac is strictly prohibited during pregnancy (or planning to become pregnant) and breast feeding.

Zantac Benefits

Zantac is very effective in treating majority of stomach acidity problems and is also responsible for strong, fast and long lasting relief of heart burn.