Adult 50 mg/2 mL IV inj diluted to contain 50 mg/20 mL every 6-8 hr or 25 mg/hr IV infusion for 2 hr, repeated at 6-8 hr intervals or 50 mg IM inj every 6-8 hr. Prophylaxis of upper GI hemorrhage from stress ulcer Priming dose of 50 mg slow IV inj followed by 0.125-0.25 mg/kg/hr continuous IV infusion. Prophylaxis of Mendelson's syndrome 50 mg IM or slow IV inj 45-60 min before general anesth induction. Infant & childn Severe cases1/4 of amp tid.
Symptomatic response does not preclude the presence of gastric malignancy. Renal & hepatic dysfunction. Bradycardia may occur w/ rapid administration. Acute porphyria.
Transient pain at IM inj site & local burning or itching w/ IV administration. GI disturbances, rash. Hypersensitivity reactions, anaphylaxis, angioneurotic edema & small increases in serum creatinine.
A02BA02 - ranitidine ; Belongs to the class of H2-receptor antagonists. Used in the treatment of peptic ulcer and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
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