Cimetidine (tagamet)

Cimetidine is a remedy used to treat stomach and intestinal ulcers and other problems related to excess acid in the stomach, as it decreases the acidity of the stomach.

Cimetidine can be found commercially under the name Tagamet, Ulcimet or Ulcidine and can be purchased in the form of tablets or ampoules.

Cimetidine price

The price of Cimetidine varies between 8 and 29 reais.

Indications for Cimetidine

Cimetidine is indicated for the treatment of stomach and intestinal ulcers, the treatment and prevention of ulcer bleeding, the treatment of heartburn or other problems caused by excess acid in the stomach or in the case of short bowel syndrome in which there is loss of liquids or the difficulty in absorbing them.

How to use Cimetidine

The mode of use of Cimetidine varies according to the disease to be treated and the form of administration chosen by the gastroenterologist.

Side Effects of Cimetidine

The main side effects of Cimetidine include headache, dizziness, diarrhea, muscle pain, tiredness, allergic skin reactions, sadness, depression, hallucinations, mental confusion, increased heart rate, inflammation of the liver, enlarged breasts and sexual impotence.

Contraindications for Cimetidine

Cimetidine is contraindicated in patients with allergies to the components of the formula and in patients who are using the drug Dofetilide, indicated to treat cardiac arrhythmia.

This medication should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding without medical advice.