Description and Brand Names
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US Brand Name
- Axid
- Axid AR
- Axid Pulvules
Descriptions
Nizatidine is used to treat stomach ulcers (active benign gastric ulcer or duodenal ulcer), erosive and ulcerative esophagitis (heartburn or acid indigestion), and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). GERD is a condition where the acid in the stomach washes back up into the esophagus.
Nizatidine belongs to the group of medicines known as histamine H2-receptor antagonists or H2-blockers. It works by decreasing the amount of acid produced by the stomach.
This medicine is available with your doctor's prescription.
This product is available in the following dosage forms:
Portions of this document last updated: Feb. 01, 2023
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