H2 antagonists
Other names: H2 blockers, histamine-2 receptor antagonists
What are H2 antagonists?
H2 antagonists block histamine-induced gastric acid secretion from the parietal cells of the gastric mucosa (lining of the stomach).
H2 antagonists are used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), gastrointestinal ulcers and other gastrointestinal hypersecretory conditions.
List of H2 antagonists
View by Generic | Brand
| Drug Name | Avg. Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| famotidine systemic (Pro) Brand names: Pepcid, Pepcid AC Chewable Tablets, Pepcid Oral Suspension, Pepcid AC, Heartburn Relief, Acid Controller Original Strength, Acid Controller Maximum Strength, Acid Reducer Maximum Strength, Heartburn Relief Maximum Strength |
177 reviews | |
| cimetidine systemic (Pro) Brand name: Tagamet HB |
21 reviews | |
| nizatidine systemic (Pro) Brand name: Axid AR |
14 reviews | |
| calcium carbonate / famotidine / magnesium hydroxide systemic Brand names: Pepcid Complete, Dual Action Complete, Duo Fusion |
8 reviews | |
| For ratings, users were asked how effective they found the medicine while considering positive/adverse effects and ease of use (1 = not effective, 10 = most effective). | ||
See also
Medical conditions treated or associated with H2 antagonists:
- Cutaneous Mastocytosis
- Duodenal Ulcer
- Duodenal Ulcer Prophylaxis
- Erosive Esophagitis
- Gastric Ulcer Maintenance Treatment
- Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage
- GERD
- Helicobacter Pylori Infection
- Human Papilloma Virus
- Indigestion
- Pathological Hypersecretory Conditions
- Peptic Ulcer
- Stomach Ulcer
- Stress Ulcer Prophylaxis
- Surgical Prophylaxis
- Upper GI Hemorrhage
- Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome
Further information
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