zantac

Thân thiện

A patient takes a dose of Zantac with a glass of water.

Definition

Noun 1. A brand name for the drug ranitidine: Zantac is a medication that belongs to a class of drugs known as histamine-2 (H2) blockers. It works by reducing the amount of acid produced in the stomach. * Primary Use: It was historically used to treat and prevent conditions caused by excess stomach acid, such as peptic ulcers, gastritis, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The doctor prescribed Zantac to help heal the patient's ulcer.
  • Before its discontinuation in many markets, Zantac was a common over-the-counter remedy for heartburn.

Advanced Usage

• "to be on Zantac": to be taking the medication Zantac as part of a treatment plan.
  • He was on Zantac for six months to manage his severe reflux.

Variants and Related Words

• Ranitidine (n): The generic, non-brand name for the active pharmaceutical ingredient in Zantac.
  • After the Zantac recall, many patients switched to other acid-reducing medications.

Important Note on Usage

• Safety Notice: As of 2020, Zantac (ranitidine) has been withdrawn from the market in many countries, including the United States and the European Union. This action was taken after investigations found that the medication could contain low levels of a probable human carcinogen (NDMA) that may increase over time, especially when stored at higher temperatures. It is critical to consult a healthcare professional for current treatment options and not use any remaining stocks of this medication.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a histamine blocker and antacid (trade name Zantac) used to treat peptic ulcers and gastritis and esophageal reflux

Từ đồng nghĩa

• ranitidine
• Zantac