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H2 Receptor antagonists poisoning





H2 Receptor antagonists poisoning

Definition:

H2 receptor antagonist poisoning is an overdose of a medication typicallyused for reducing stomach acid.


Alternative Names:
Cimetidine; Tagamet; Ranitidine; Zantac; Famotidine, Pepcid; Nizatidine; Axid
Poisonous Ingredient:
  • Cimetidine
  • Ranitidine
  • Famotidine
  • Nizatidine


Note: This list may not be all inclusive.


Where Found:
H2 receptor antagonist medications are available over-the-counter and by prescription.
  • Cimetidine (Tagamet)
  • Ranitidine (Zantac)
  • Famotidine (Pepcid)
  • Nizatidine (Axid)
Note: This list may not be all inclusive.
References:

Morgan JC. Drug-induced tremors. Lancet Neurol. 2005; 4(12): 866-76.

Feldman M, Friedman LS, Sleisenger MH, eds. Sleisenger & Fordtran?s Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease. 7th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: WB Saunders; 2002: 759.




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