Category:
Prophylactic Biological Products
CAS NO:
51481-61-9
Standard:
In-house Standards,
Cimetidine (brand name: Tagamet) is a kind of histamine H2 receptor antagonist being capable of inhibiting the production of stomach acid, which reduces the gastric volume and acidity. It is mainly used for the treatment of heartburn and peptic ulcers.
Cimetidine is a H2 receptor antagonist synthesized via condensation of cyanoguanidine and 2-iminothiazolidine. It acts as an acid secretion inhibitor with molecular formula C10H16N6S and CAS No. 51481-61-9.
Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity; requires monitoring for drug interactions due to CYP450 inhibition. Store in cool, dry conditions below 25°C away from direct sunlight.