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Tagamet Manufacturer: SMITHKLINE BEECHAM
Common Uses of Tagamet:
This medicine is a histamine blocker used to treat and prevent ulcers. It is also used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). This medicine may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
How To Use Tagamet:
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. IF YOU TAKE MORE THAN 1 DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE DAILY, take this medicine with, or immediately after meals and at bedtime. ANTACIDS MAY BE USED with this medicine unless directed otherwise by your doctor. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature, away from heat and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Tagamet Cautions:
IF YOUR SYMPTOMS DO NOT IMPROVE within a few weeks or if they become worse, check with your doctor. DO NOT DRIVE, OPERATE MACHINERY, OR DO ANYTHING ELSE THAT COULD BE DANGEROUS until you know how you react to this medicine. Using this medicine alone, with other medicines, or with alcohol, may lessen your ability to drive or to perform other potentially dangerous tasks. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
Possible Side Effects of Tagamet:
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include diarrhea, headache, dizziness, or drowsiness. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
TAGAMET
Generic Version of Tagamet: E: CIMETIDINE (sye-MET-i-deen)Tagamet Manufacturer: SMITHKLINE BEECHAM
Common Uses of Tagamet:
This medicine is a histamine blocker used to treat and prevent ulcers. It is also used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). This medicine may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
How To Use Tagamet:
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. IF YOU TAKE MORE THAN 1 DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE DAILY, take this medicine with, or immediately after meals and at bedtime. ANTACIDS MAY BE USED with this medicine unless directed otherwise by your doctor. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature, away from heat and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Tagamet Cautions:
IF YOUR SYMPTOMS DO NOT IMPROVE within a few weeks or if they become worse, check with your doctor. DO NOT DRIVE, OPERATE MACHINERY, OR DO ANYTHING ELSE THAT COULD BE DANGEROUS until you know how you react to this medicine. Using this medicine alone, with other medicines, or with alcohol, may lessen your ability to drive or to perform other potentially dangerous tasks. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
Possible Side Effects of Tagamet:
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include diarrhea, headache, dizziness, or drowsiness. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
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