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What Causes Digestion Problems After Taking Ranitidine?

I have been on Philosec for over 3yrs......ask my Dr. Yesterday (3-22) & he changed me to Ranitidine. This was being taken for (digeston problems....can t remember the name). I m 83yrs. old & haven t had any problems for awhile.....I m reluctant to start a new med.
Mon, 22 Oct 2018
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Hi,

Your symptoms seem to be related to side effects of the medication.

The symptoms usually go away on its own.

If the symptoms continue you should consult your doctor about an alternative medication.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi,
General & Family Physician
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What Causes Digestion Problems After Taking Ranitidine?

Hi, Your symptoms seem to be related to side effects of the medication. The symptoms usually go away on its own. If the symptoms continue you should consult your doctor about an alternative medication. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician