Ranitidine is a generic drug used in the treatment of stomach and intestinal ulcers. It reduces the amount of acid secretion in the stomach. It is used to treat a variety of problems including stomach and intestinal ulcers, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, and gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD).

You should avoid taking Ranitidine if you are allergic to it or if you have kidney or liver problems. It falls under FDA pregnancy category B and it’s not harmful to the fetus. But it’s always advisable to consult your physician if you are pregnant or breastfeeding your baby.  You should always tell your doctor about any other medical condition that you may be having before taking ranitidine. You should also inform your doctor about any other medication that you may be taking already. You can find a lot of information on Ranitidine over the internet. You can buy ranitidine either at retail or online pharmacies. Make sure that you get it from authentic online pharmacies though.

You might have mild side effects like headache, drowsiness, decreased libido, nausea, diarrhea, and insomnia while taking the drug. These are the commonly reported side effects and you can continue your medication. Sometimes, you might experience serious side effects like chest pain, irregular heartbeats, fever, dark urine, and clay-colored stools. In such cases, consult your physician immediately. Also, in case of an allergic reaction, you might experience most serious side effects like hives, difficulty breathing, or swollen face or lips, in case of which you should stop the medication at once and get immediate medical attention.