Tagamet is a brand of medication that contains the active ingredient cimetidine. It is primarily used to treat acid reflux and peptic ulcers by reducing the amount of acid produced in the stomach.
Tagamet was first approved by the FDA in 1979.
At the time, it was the first H2 receptor antagonist to be approved for the treatment of peptic ulcers.
It quickly became a popular drug, with sales peaking at over $1 billion in the early 1980s.
In recent years, new medications such as proton pump inhibitors have become more popular for the treatment of acid reflux and ulcers, but Tagamet is still available and is considered effective for many patients.
Zantac is another H2 receptor antagonist that is used to treat acid reflux and ulcers. It contains the active ingredient ranitidine.
Prilosec is a proton pump inhibitor that is used to treat acid reflux and ulcers. It contains the active ingredient omeprazole.
Tagamet HB is an over-the-counter version of the medication that is used to treat acid reflux and heartburn. It contains the same active ingredient as prescription Tagamet.
Tagamet 200 is the prescription-strength version of the medication that is used to treat acid reflux and ulcers.
Tagamet is primarily used to treat acid reflux and peptic ulcers by reducing the amount of acid produced in the stomach.
Tagamet works by blocking the H2 receptors in the stomach that are responsible for producing acid. This helps to reduce the amount of acid in the stomach, which can alleviate symptoms such as heartburn and indigestion.
Common side effects of Tagamet include headache, dizziness, diarrhea, and constipation. Less common but more serious side effects can include liver problems and allergic reactions.
Yes, Tagamet HB is an over-the-counter version of the medication that is used to treat acid reflux and heartburn.
Yes, there are several other medications available that are used to treat acid reflux and ulcers. Some examples include Zantac, Prilosec, and Nexium.
