Tagamet Syrup (Cimetidine)
Cimetidine is a histamine H₂ receptor antagonist.
Tagamet Syrup is indicated for:
The treatment of duodenal and benign gastric ulceration, including that associated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents, recurrent and stomal ulceration, oesophageal reflux disease and other conditions where reduction of gastric acid by Cimetidine has been shown to be beneficial: persistent dyspeptic symptoms with or without ulceration, particularly meal-related upper abdominal pain, including such symptoms associated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents; the prophylaxis of gastrointestinal haemorrhage from stress ulceration in critically ill patients; before general anaesthesia in patients thought to be at risk of acid aspiration (Mendelson’s) syndrome, particularly obstetric patients during labour; to reduce malabsorption and fluid loss in the short bowel syndrome; and in pancreatic insufficiency to reduce degradation of enzyme supplements. Cimetidine is also recommended in the management of the Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.
Summary of Product Characteristics
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Patient Information Leaflet
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Tagamet Syrup (Cimetidine)
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| Flavour | Peach |
| Storage Conditions | Store below 25°C |
| Sucrose Free | |
| Shelf Life (Closed Bottle) | 3 years |
| PIP Code | 251173 |
| EAN Code | 5016119000874 |
| Sodium Levels | 12.8mg/5ml |
| Ethanol Concentration | 118.1mg/5ml |
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Adverse Events
Adverse events should be reported. Reporting forms and information can be found at https://yellowcard.mhra.gov.uk
Adverse events should also be reported to Rosemont at 0113 244 1400 or pharmacovigilance@rosemontpharma.com.
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