Brand name: Heartburn and Acid Indigestion (Coles) TM
Active ingredients: ranitidine
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has a recall notice on this product.
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has issued an alert on ranitidine. For more information and the latest updates, see TGA's alert on ranitidine.
What it is used for
Provides effective long-lasting 12-hour relief from heartburn and acid indigestion due to gastro-oesophageal reflux.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Creamish to yellowish coloured, convex, film-coated tablet, impressed with the identifying letters ‘R’ and ‘I’ on either side of a central division line on one face.
Do I need a prescription?
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for this medicine. You can ask your pharmacist.This medicine is
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient ranitidine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems