GERD Articles A-Z
What is Protonix used for? As explained in this eMedTV article, Protonix is used for treating gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), erosive esophagitis, and pathological hypersecretory diseases. Protonix reduces the amount of acid in the stomach.
Zantac is a medication used to treat heartburn, ulcers, GERD, erosive esophagitis, and other conditions. This eMedTV article offers an overview of Zantac, including information about how it works, its strengths, and some of its side effects.
Zantac 150 refers to the 150 mg strength of Zantac, a drug used to treat GERD, ulcers, and other conditions. This eMedTV article discusses Zantac 150 in its prescription and non-prescription forms, and covers the drug's uses and side effects.
There are some rare but possible side effects that may occur with Zantac, and depression is one of them. This eMedTV resource discusses Zantac and depression, including information from clinical trials of the drug.
There are many possible side effects of Zantac, and hair loss, while rare, appears to be one of them. This eMedTV resource discusses Zantac and hair loss, which occurred in less than 1 percent of people taking the drug in clinical trials.
In the case of Zantac, weight gain does not appear to be a side effect of the drug. This page on the eMedTV Web site discusses Zantac and weight gain, including information concerning clinical trials of the drug.
The recommended Zantac dosage for adults with stomach ulcers is usually 150 mg twice a day. This eMedTV Web page discusses Zantac dosing for a variety of conditions, such as duodenal ulcers, GERD, and erosive esophagitis.
When warfarin, triazolam, or ketoconazole is taken with Zantac, drug interactions may occur. This eMedTV resource discusses some of the medications that may interact with Zantac, such as atazanavir and itraconazole.
Two different forms of prescription Zantac can be used for babies. This eMedTV resource discusses using Zantac for babies as young as one month old with ulcers, GERD, or erosive esophagitis.
People who overdose on Zantac may experience things such as muscle tremors, vomiting, and dizziness. This eMedTV segment discusses other signs and symptoms of a Zantac overdose, as well as treatment options for such an overdose.
In studies of Zantac, sexual side effects were reported in a few cases; however, as this eMedTV article explains, these side effects were not more common in people taking Zantac than they were in the general population.
Side effects of Zantac may include diarrhea, upset stomach, and headache. This eMedTV resource lists some Zantac side effects and provides a link to more detailed information. Zantac side affects is a common misspelling of Zantac side effects.
Based on studies of Zantac, side effects such as headache and constipation are among its most common. This eMedTV article discusses side effects of Zantac, including information about rare but serious health problems that may occur with the drug.
Zantac uses include the treatment of conditions such as GERD, ulcers, and erosive esophagus. This eMedTV segment discusses uses of Zantac, including information about certain "off-label" uses of the medication.
Zantac Warnings and Precautions
People with kidney problems usually need a lower-than-normal dose of Zantac. This portion of the eMedTV library discusses other Zantac warnings and precautions to be aware of with the drug, including information about who should not take it.
Zantac is a medication that may be used to treat ulcers, heartburn, GERD, and other conditions. This eMedTV segment offers a brief overview of Zantac and provides a link to more detailed information. Zantak is a common misspelling of Zantac.
Zantac is a drug used for treating certain problems related to the esophagus, stomach, and intestines. This eMedTV resource discusses Zantac, including its specific uses and some of its possible side effects. Zantec is a common misspelling of Zantac.
Infant Zantac is available with a prescription and can be used to treat babies as young as one month old. This eMedTV page discusses treating infants with Zantac. Zantec for infants is a common variation and misspelling of infant Zantac.