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Cimetidine
Synonym(s): H2 histamine receptor antagonist
Introduction
Name
- Cimetidine.
Class of drug
- Anti-ulcer medication.
- H2 histamine receptor antagonist.
Description
Chemical name
- N-cyano-N'-methyl-N"-[2-[[(5-methyl-1H-imidazol-4-yl)methyl]thio]ethyl]guanidine.
Molecular formula
- C10H16N6S.
Physical properties
- Tablets.
- Oral suspension.
- Injection.
Uses
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Administration
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Pharmacokinetics
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Precautions
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Withdrawal Periods
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Adverse Reactions
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Further Reading
Publications
Refereed Papers
- Recent references from PubMed and VetMedResource.
- Ahmed F, Ahmed M S, Peter D et al (2001) Effect of orally administered cimetidine and ranitidine on abomasal luminal pH in clinically normal milk-fed calves. American J Vet Res 62 (10), 1531-1538.
Other sources of information
- Bishop Y (2005) Ed The Veterinary Formulary. 6th edn. Pharmaceutical Press. ISBN: 0-85369-579-2. pp 188 & 209.
- Peter D Constable BVSc (Hons) MS PhD DACVIM Dean College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Illinois. Abomasal ulcers. MSD Veterinary Manual.
- National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) Compendium of Data Sheets for Animal Medicines. Website: www.noahcompendium.co.uk.