Uses of Ranilex

Ranilex is used in the treatment of peptic ulcer disease, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and gastroesophageal reflux disease. So how to use Ranilex effectively? The notes when using Ranilex will be shared through the article below.

Ranilex drug belongs to the group of gastrointestinal drugs, which are prepared in the form of round white film-coated tablets.
Ranilex drug has the main ingredients are Ranitidine Hydrochloride, magnesium oxide, magnesium aluminosilicate, magnesium alumin hydrate. In addition, there are other excipients such as: Lactose, Low-substituted hydroxypropyl cellulose, Calcium carboxymethylcellulose, Hyroxypropyl cellulose, Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose 2910, Colloidal silicon dioxide, Titanium oxide, Magnesium stearate, Polyethylene glycol 6000, just enough for 1 tablet.
The drug is effective in the treatment of peptic ulcer disease, Zollinger - Ellison syndrome, gastroesophageal reflux disease.

2.1. The effect of the main ingredients in the drug Ranilex Active ingredient Ranitidine is a Histamine H2 receptor antagonist with the effect of quickly healing peptic ulcer scars, reducing gastric acid throughout the day and at the same time preventing recurrence of the disease. .
Magnesium oxide and Aluminum oxide are antacids that increase gastric pH and reduce the effect of Pepsin enzyme, which play an important role in peptic ulcer disease by preventing the effect of Pepsin breakdown.
2.2. Indications for use of the drug Ranilex Ranilex drug is used in the following cases:
Treatment of peptic ulcers esophageal reflux disease Zollinger - Ellison syndrome. Pathology caused by increased gastric acid secretion. Stomach pain Indigestion and nausea.

Ranilex is intended for oral administration. The patient should take the tablet whole with a glass of water about 250ml.
Dosage of Ranilex, patients can refer to the following dosage:
Adults aged 15 - 80 years: The recommended dose is 2 Ranilex tablets/time. In case of no reduction, the patient takes 2 more Ranilex tablets. The total dose should not exceed 2 oral doses (4 Ranilex tablets)/day. After 3 days of treatment, if symptoms do not improve, the patient should stop taking the drug and consult a doctor. Do not use the drug continuously for more than 2 weeks. Patients should note that the above dosage is for reference only and cannot replace the instruction sheet on drug use and dosage on a doctor's or pharmacist's prescription. The specific dose of Ranilex depends on each person's health and disease progression. For the right dose, patients should consult a healthcare professional before taking the medicine.
How to handle when missed dose, overdose Ranilex
When missed dose: Patients should take the medicine as soon as they remember. The missed dose should be missed if it is close to the time of the next dose, pay attention not to double the dose with the intention of making up for the dose because it is easy to encounter adverse effects on the body. An overdose of Ranilex may increase unwanted effects, so stop taking the drug when you suspect an overdose and immediately go to the nearest medical facility for advice and prompt treatment.

Ranilex drug is not used in the following cases:
Patients with a history of allergy, hypersensitivity to Ranitidine Hydrochloride, magnesium oxide, magnesium aluminosilicate, magnesium alumin hydrate or to any of the excipients of the drug. Children < 15 years old and the elderly > 80 years old. Women in pregnancy and breastfeeding. The patient is on hemodialysis. Patients with immune disorders Patients with kidney/liver failure, asthma, rheumatism Patients with a history of erythropoiesis, thrombocytopenia, leukopenia.

When combined with Ranilex drug with some other drugs may occur drug interactions such as:
Antibiotics such as new generation Quinolones (Ofloxacin), Tetracycline when combined with Ranilex can reduce absorption of the drug. Alcohol Combining the drug with Ketoconazole, Fluconazole, Itraconazole reduces the absorption of Ranilex drug. Do not take Ranilex with other gastrointestinal drugs. To ensure the safety and effectiveness of drug treatment, patients should tell their doctor, pharmacist about all medicines or supplements they are taking and other medical conditions they are facing to guide their use. Fit.

During the treatment with Ranilex, patients may experience some unwanted side effects as follows:
Allergic reactions Constipation, diarrhea, nausea Headache, dizziness Muscle pain Rash , erythema, itching and edema, blistering, fever, Whole body: Chest tightness, cold hands and feet, pale skin, cold sweats, stuffy nose. Sore throat, bleeding (in the gums and nose), discomfort, the skin of the face and inside the white eyelids. Jaundice. When experiencing any side effects while taking the drug, the patient should stop using the drug and notify the doctor or go to the nearest medical facility for timely treatment.

In the process of using Ranilex, patients should refer to some of the notes below.
Ranilex should not be used during pregnancy and lactation because there are no adequate studies and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. Therefore, the safety of use has not been determined. There have been reports that some drug is excreted in breast milk, so it should not be used for both pregnant women and nursing mothers. The patient has a history of allergy to Ranilex. Elderly people and people with a history of kidney failure. Ranilex does not affect the ability to drive and use machines. Use caution when administering the drug to patients being treated for disorders of the immune system, asthma, duodenum, hematology, kidney function, liver and rheumatism. Use with caution in patients with a history of decreased red blood cells, platelets and white blood cells. Use caution when using the drug for patients with sore throat, high temperature, cough because the side effects of the drug can aggravate the symptoms of the disease. Caution should be exercised when administering the drug to patients taking steroids, cancer drugs, antifungals, and antibiotics because of the possible risk of leukopenia and thrombocytopenia. Caution should be exercised when administering the drug to patients with severe hepatic impairment or porphyria, which should be carefully monitored because of the potential for increased adverse effects and overdose. Use with caution in patients with a history of renal dysfunction. Ranilex can mask the signs of stomach cancer, so before taking the drug, it is necessary to rule out the possibility of cancer. Do not drink alcohol while taking Ranilex. Storage conditions of the drug at a temperature below 30 degrees Celsius and avoid sunlight. Keep medicine out of sight and reach of children. Do not use Ranilex after the expiry date printed on the package. Treatment with Ranilex for 3 days, if the symptoms do not improve, the patient should stop taking the drug and conduct a re-examination for appropriate treatment. Do not use Ranilex continuously for more than 14 days. In case of an overdose or emergency, the patient should stop taking the drug and contact the doctor or go to the nearest medical center for timely treatment.