Tagamet
(Cimetidine)
Use to relieve:
- Gastritis, ulcer disease, gastroesophageal disease (GERD). For any of the above, take one 400 mg tablet one to two times a day.
- For urticaria/allergic skin reactions: take 400 mg twice a day.
Children’s use: Not recommended for children less than 16 years of age.
Side effects and precautions: Headache, diarrhea, dizziness, sleepiness, breast growth, rash, blood cell abnormalities, and joint pain. Use with caution in liver or kidney disease (see package insert for complete list of side effects and contraindications).
