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Were you looking for information about
 Axid? Axed is a common misspelling of Axid.
 
Axid® (nizatidine) is a medication that is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), duodenal ulcers, and gastric ulcers. The over-the-counter version is also used to treat heartburn, acid indigestion, and sour stomach. Axid belongs to a class of drugs called H2 blockers, which work by blocking a specific kind of histamine receptor to reduce the amount of acid produced by the stomach.
 
A few common side effects of Axid include dizziness, weakness, and diarrhea. If you happen to overdose on Axid, be sure to seek medical attention immediately. Symptoms of an Axid overdose can include watery eyes, increased salivation, and constricted pupils.
 
(Click Axid for more information about the specific conditions that can be treated with Axid, how the medication works, and possible side effects of Axid.)
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;