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What was the use of ranitidine Tablet before its recall?

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4 min read
In April 2020, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requested manufacturers to immediately withdraw all ranitidine products from the market due to concerns over unacceptable levels of a probable carcinogen. Before this recall, a ranitidine Tablet was widely used to treat and prevent various acid-related conditions, such as heartburn and stomach ulcers.

What is Zenremac 150 mg used for? A guide on the recalled ranitidine medication

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5 min read
The active ingredient in Zenremac 150 mg, ranitidine, was the subject of a global recall in 2020 by the FDA due to potential contamination with N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA), a probable human carcinogen. Before its withdrawal, Zenremac 150 mg was used to treat conditions caused by excess stomach acid, including heartburn, ulcers, and GERD.