Indications:
Cimetidine Injection is indicated in:
Short-term treatment of active duodenal ulcer.
Maintenance therapy for duodenal ulcer patients at reduced dosage after healing of active ulcer.
Short-term treatment of active benign gastric ulcer.
Prevention of upper gastrointestinal bleeding in critically ill patients.
The treatment of pathological hypersecretory conditions (i.e., Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome, systemic mastocytosis, multiple endocrine adenomas).
Dosage and Administration:
Cimetidine is injected into a vein or muscle as directed by your doctor, usually every 6 to 8 hours. When injected into a vein, cimetidine should be given slowly over at least 5 minutes. Giving the medication too fast may cause dizziness, irregular heartbeat, or a drop in blood pressure.The dosage and length of treatment are based on your medical condition and response to treatment. The dosage in children may also be based on body weight. Do not increase your dose, use this medication more often than prescribed, or stop using it without first consulting your doctor.
Storage instructions:
Store at 20 to 25°C. Keep the product away from children and pets.