Question
Ranitidine/cimetidine is used in Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD)
Name the following (Two examples for each) (5x1=5)
Q15 0.3 marks Short Answers ★ ✓
Answer
Both are H2 receptor antagonists effective in peptic ulcer disease, but ranitidine is generally preferred over cimetidine — cimetidine is a potent CYP450 inhibitor (raising levels of numerous co-administered drugs, including warfarin, phenytoin, and theophylline) and has antiandrogenic activity (gynecomastia, reduced libido with prolonged use), neither of which ranitidine shares to a clinically significant degree, giving ranitidine a cleaner interaction and adverse-effect profile for routine use.
1 Peptic Ulcer Disease and Gastro oesophageal Reflux Disease
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