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Brand name: Tacidine TM
Active ingredients: nizatidine
What it is used for
TACIDINE is indicated for up to 8 weeks for the treatment of active duodenal ulcer. In most patients, the ulcer will heal within 4 weeks. TACIDINE is also indicated for the maintenance therapy for duodenal ulcer patients, at a reduced dosage of 150mg at bedtime, after healing of the active duodenal ulcer. Continuous therapy with nizatidine for longer than 1 year has not been studied. TACIDINE is indicated for up to 8 weeks for the treatment of benign gastric ulcer. TACIDINE is indicated for up to 12 weeks for the treatment of oesophagitis, including erosive and ulcerative oesophagitis and associated heartburn due to 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 3 Years.
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
Capsule with a pale yellow body and a dark yellow cap. The body is printed with "NZ 150" and the cap with G" in black ink.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on April 1, 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient nizatidine
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.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
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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
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