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Tagamet 200 mg/1

Cimetidine · TABLET · Medtech Products Inc.

No Recall History
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Tagamet is a tablet containing cimetidine at 200 mg/1, taken oral. Manufactured by Medtech Products Inc..

Key Facts

Brand Name
Tagamet
Generic Name
Cimetidine
NDC Code (Product)
63029-222
Manufacturer
Medtech Products Inc.
Strength
200 mg/1
Dosage Form
TABLET
Route
ORAL
Marketing Status
Application #
NDA020238
Drug Class
Histamine-2 Receptor Antagonist [EPC]
Marketing Start
06/01/2012

Recall History

No Recall History

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

chronic kidney disease1,264 reports
acute kidney injury715 reports
renal failure694 reports
nausea684 reports
fatigue598 reports
drug ineffective503 reports
dyspnoea502 reports
vomiting489 reports
diarrhoea443 reports
pain430 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

Uses relieves heartburn associated with acid indigestion and sour stomach prevents heartburn associated with acid indigestion and sour stomach brought on by eating or drinking certain foods and beverages

Dosage & Administration

Directions adults and children 12 years and older: ▪ to relieve symptoms, swallow 1 tablet with a glass of water ▪ to prevent symptoms, swallow 1 tablet with a glass of water right before or any time up to 30 minutes before eating food or drinking beverages that cause heartburn ▪ do not take more than 2 tablets in 24 hours children under 12 years: ask a doctor

Warnings

Warnings Allergy a lert: Do not use if you are allergic to cimetidine or other acid reducers Do not use if you have trouble or pain swallowing food, vomiting with blood, or bloody or black stools. These may be signs of a serious condition. See your doctor. with other acid reducers Ask a doctor before use if you have frequent chest pain frequent wheezing, particularly with heartburn unexplained weight loss nausea or vomiting stomach pain had heartburn over 3 months. This may be a sign of a more serious condition. heartburn with lightheadedness, sweating or dizziness chest pain or shoulder pain with shortness of breath; sweating; pain spreading to arms, neck or shoulders; or lightheadedness kidney disease liver disease Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug. Acid reducers may interact with certain prescription drugs. Stop use and ask a doctor if you need to take this product for more than 14 days stomach pain continues your heartburn continues or worsens If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tagamet used for?

Tagamet contains Cimetidine. It is a tablet taken oral. Consult your doctor for specific uses.

Is Tagamet a controlled substance?

Tagamet is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for Tagamet?

The generic name for Tagamet is Cimetidine. There are 11 other brand versions of Cimetidine.

What is the NDC code for Tagamet 200 mg/1?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Tagamet 200 mg/1 is 63029-222, listed by Medtech Products Inc..