Ranitidine is one of the most widely used medications for the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders such as stomach ulcers and dyspepsia. This drug was first developed more than half a century ago and has since become one of the main options for treating these diseases.
One of the key benefits of ranitidine is its ability to block histamine receptors in the stomach lining, which can reduce histamine-related symptoms such as heartburn, upper abdominal pain and stomach acid. Because of this, ranitidine is often used as a pain reliever.
When using ranitidine, possible side effects must be taken into account. For example, it can cause headaches, dizziness, drowsiness and depression. In addition, this drug may affect liver and blood function. It is recommended to use the drug with caution in those patients who have chronic liver, kidney or blood diseases.
You should also carefully monitor your body's electrolyte levels, especially sodium and potassium, while using this drug.