What is ranitidine 150 mg used for?
Ranitidine 150 mg is a medication commonly used to treat conditions related to excess stomach acid. It works by reducing the amount of acid produced in the stomach. Ranitidine is typically prescribed for treating gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), stomach ulcers, and heartburn. It may also be used to prevent ulcers from returning and to treat conditions like Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, which causes excessive stomach acid. By blocking histamine receptors in the stomach lining, ranitidine helps alleviate symptoms such as acid reflux, indigestion, and discomfort caused by excess stomach acid.