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Histamine receptor type 2 antagonists, also called H2 blockers, are a class of drugs easily recognizable by their “-tidine” ending, such as cimetidine, ranitidine, and famotidine. These drugs reduce the production of gastric acid, making them useful in treating GI ulcers and gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD. H2 blockers can cause hepatotoxicity, so keep a close eye on the patient’s liver enzymes. Cimetidine can also cause several drug interactions.
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5 авг 2024
