Tagamet? Tagemet is a common misspelling of Tagamet.
Tagamet® is a medication that is used to treat conditions such as gastric ulcers and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The medication belongs to a class of drugs known as H2 blockers. Brand-name Tagamet is no longer available in prescription strength; however, prescription-strength generic versions of Tagamet are still manufactured. Over-the-counter Tagamet is available in brand-name and generic forms. This over-the-counter Tagamet is used to treat heartburn, acid indigestion, and sour stomach. Examples of side effects that may occur with Tagamet include headaches, diarrhea, and dizziness.
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