Saturday, May 18, 2013

The display and use of drug information on this site is subject to express terms of use (click here). By continuing to view the drug information, you agree to abide such terms of use.

Axid Oral Uses and How to Use


IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.

Table of Contents

Generic Name: NIZATIDINE - ORAL
Pronounced: (nye-ZA-ti-deen)

Axid Oral Uses

This medication is available without a prescription. It is used to treat occasional heartburn, acid indigestion, and sour stomach caused by too much acid in the stomach. It is also used to prevent these symptoms from occurring when you eat and drink certain foods and beverages.

Nizatidine belongs to a class of drugs commonly called H2 blockers. It works by reducing the amount of acid in your stomach. This helps relieve symptoms such as stomach pain, heartburn, and trouble sleeping.

How To Use Axid Oral

Read the product information and directions carefully so you know when to consult your doctor or pharmacist. If any of the information is unclear, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

To relieve heartburn, take 1 tablet by mouth with a glass of water as needed. To prevent heartburn, take 1 tablet by mouth with a glass of water right before or up to 1 hour before eating food or drinking beverages that cause heartburn. Do not take more than 2 tablets in 24 hours unless directed by your doctor. Do not take for more than 14 days in a row without talking with your doctor.

You may take antacids at the same time as this medication if recommended by your doctor.

Inform your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they worsen.


CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
Information last revised May 2010 Copyright(c) 2010 First DataBank, Inc.