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· Trade Name
Tagamet
· Generic Name
CLIMETIDINE
· Drug Class
Stomach acid medication
H2 Blocker medication
· How It Works
Medication blocks a histamine H2 receptor in the stomach and reduces stomach acid production
· Serious Side Effects
allergic reactions
anemia
bone marrow suppression
depression
fast heart rate
hallucinations
heart block
kidney damage
pancreatitis
psychosis
slow heart rate
· Common Side Effects
agitation
diarrhea
dizziness
confusion
fatigue
gynecomastia
headache
liver damage
nausea
vomiting
rash
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consumer understanding and education. It is not meant to substitute
for your physician or pharmacist. Medicues Pharmacy should not be used
to indicate drug safety, effectiveness, or the appropriateness of use.
Please consult you physician or pharmacist for questions regarding
your medication use.
Medication information has been obtained from the Pharmacuetical
Physician Prescribing information.
Updated March 9th 2009
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