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Ranitidine (Chemists' Own) TM

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.

Active ingredients: ranitidine

Brand name

(ARTG)

: Suspended from ARTG - CHEMISTS' OWN ACID & HEARTBURN RELIEF RANITIDINE 150mg (as hydrochloride) tablet blister pack

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 this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

Symptomatic relief of heartburn and indigestion due to gastro-oesophageal reflux.

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine contains one component only.

Component :

  • Tablet, film coated
  • Oral
  • Round, white tablet with "150" on one side and plain on the other

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store below 25 degrees Celsius
  • Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

The packs below are available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is Schedule 2 : Pharmacy Medicine.

  • 20 tablets pack
  • 28 tablets pack

We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is Not Scheduled.

  • 10 tablets pack
  • 14 tablets pack

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?

(AHT)

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

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