Ranitidine uses?

See the DrugPatentWatch profile for Ranitidine

What is ranitidine used for?

Ranitidine is used to reduce stomach acid. That makes it useful for conditions related to excess acid, including heartburn and ulcers (as a treatment option in many acid-related diagnoses) [1].

What conditions does ranitidine treat?

Ranitidine has been used for:
- Heartburn (symptoms of acid reflux) [1]
- Stomach and duodenal ulcers (to help heal ulcers and reduce recurrence) [1]

How does ranitidine work?

Ranitidine is an H2 (histamine-2) blocker. It lowers acid production by blocking histamine receptors in the stomach, which reduces the amount of acid released into the stomach lining [1].

Source

[1] https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/