Wantac 300mg Tablet
strip of 30.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Ranitidine (300mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Wallace Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Wantac 300mg Tablet is a medicine that reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes. It is used to treat and prevent heartburn, indigestion, and other symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach. Wantac 300mg Tablet is also commonly prescribed to prevent stomach ulcers and heartburn seen with the use of painkillers. The medicine must be taken in dose and duration as prescribed by the doctor. How much you need and how often you take it will depend on what you are being treated for. Follow the advice of your doctor. This medicine should relieve indigestion and heartburn within a few hours and you may only need to take it for a short time when you have symptoms. If you are taking it to prevent ulcers and other conditions you may need to take it for longer. You should keep taking it regularly to prevent problems from happening in the future. You may be able to help improve your symptoms by eating smaller meals more often and avoiding spicy or fatty foods.
Wantac 300mg Tablet is a histamine H2 receptor blocker that reduces the amount of acid made in the stomach. It relieves acid-related indigestion and heartburn.
Is Wantac 300mg Tablet safe for long-term use?
The safety of prolonged Wantac 300mg Tablet usage has not been extensively studied. It is generally considered a safe medication when used as prescribed by your doctor. Avoid exceeding two weeks of self-medication without consulting your healthcare professional.
Can I take Wantac 300mg Tablet empty stomach?
Wantac 300mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. It is generally taken once daily before bedtime, but you may also choose to take it twice daily in the morning and before bedtime as recommended by your doctor.
Is Wantac 300mg Tablet effective?
Wantac 300mg Tablet's effectiveness depends on its use for the prescribed condition, dosage, and duration. If you don't see improvement in your condition after starting this medication, consult your doctor for further advice. Do not alter your dose or discontinue taking it without consulting a healthcare professional.
What are the dos and don’ts while taking Wantac 300mg Tablet?
Avoid taking aspirin or other painkillers for arthritis, period pain, or headaches. These can irritate your stomach and worsen your condition. Consult your doctor if you experience any such effects or need alternative pain management options. Avoid coffee, tea, cocoa, and cola drinks as they contain ingredients that may irritate your stomach. Consume smaller, more frequent meals and chew your food carefully while eating. Take your time to eat and avoid rushing during mealtimes. Consider quitting smoking.
Can I take alcohol with Wantac 300mg Tablet?
Alcohol does not negatively interact with Wantac 300mg Tablet, but it may further damage the stomach and delay your recovery. It is best to avoid consuming alcohol.
How long does it take for Wantac 300mg Tablet to start working?
Wantac 300mg Tablet starts working within 15 minutes of administration, and its effect can last for the entire day or night.
What is the difference between Wantac 300mg Tablet and omeprazole?
Wantac 300mg Tablet and Omeprazole are different types of medications that target the production of acid in your stomach. Wantac 300mg Tablet belongs to the histamine H2 antagonists group, while Omeprazole belongs to the proton pump inhibitors group. While they both reduce stomach acid levels for symptom relief and healing, their specific mechanisms vary.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Wantac 300mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- If you are also taking other medications to treat acidity (e.g. antacid), take them 2 hours before or after taking Wantac 300mg Tablet.
- Avoid taking soft drinks and citrus fruits like orange and lemon which can irritate the stomach and increase acid secretion.
- Inform your doctor if you do not feel better after taking Wantac 300mg Tablet for 2 weeks as you may be suffering from some other problems.
- Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney disease as dose of your medicine may need to be adjusted.
- Do not stop taking the medication without talking to your doctor.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Wantac 300mg Tablet.
Breastfeed
Wantac 300mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy
Wantac 300mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
