Cimetidine
· 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
Posted on May 24, 2009
