Nizatidine (By Mouth)

Nizatidine (ni-ZA-ti-deen)

Treats ulcers and other gastric acid disorders. Belongs to a class of drugs called histamine H2-blockers.

Brand Name(s):

Axid Pulvules, Axid AR
There may be other brand names for this medicine.

When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:

You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to nizatidine or to related medicines such as Tagamet®, Zantac®, or Pepcid®.

How to Use This Medicine:

Tablet, Capsule

• Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often.
• If you are taking: One dose a day, take at bedtime. Two doses a day, take one in the morning and one at bedtime. Several doses daily, take doses with your meals and at bedtime.

If a dose is missed:

• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.
• Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose.
• You should not use two doses at the same time.

How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine:

• Store nizatidine at room temperature, away from heat moisture, and light.
• Keep this medicine out of the reach of children.

Drugs and Foods to Avoid:

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

• You should not use nizatidine within 2 hours before or after taking ketoconazole (an antifungal drug).
• Avoid large amounts of aspirin while taking nizatidine.

Warnings While Using This Medicine:

• Talk to your doctor before taking nizatidine if you have kidney or liver disease or are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Nizatidine may not work as well if you smoke.
• Talk to your doctor if your symptoms are not better while taking this medicine.

Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

• Chest tightness or wheezing
• Swelling of the face, throat, or lips
• Unusual bleeding or bruising
• Confusion
• Severe skin rash or hives

If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

• Mild nausea
• Breast tenderness (or breast swelling in men)

If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor.