Histamine 2 Receptor Antagonists Flashcards
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Common Facts
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Common name: H2 Antagonists
Common ending: -tidine
Commonly used to treat: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease); Acid reflux
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Mechanism of Action
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Competitively bind to histamine(2) receptors
Blocks acid secretion
3
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Axid
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Generic name: nizatidine
Capsules and tablets: 150mg, 300mg
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Pepcid
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Generic name: famotidine
Tablets: 10mg, 20mg, 40mg
10mg and 20mg tablets available OTC
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Tagamet
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Generic name: cimetidine
Tablets: 200mg, 300mg, 400mg, 600mg, 800mg