| Show new ulcer drug I have ulcer disease and my doctor has start started d me on a new drug called What Is it and how does It work RW nw Vernal or is a anew anew anew new antihistamine which exerts a much different action than the theother theother theother other antihistamines available The more common antihistamines an an- are used sed for allergic type allergic type problems seasonal common cold etc Is a specific antihistamine which acts as an H 2 receptor antagonist inhibits gastric acid secretion stimulated by food caffeine insulin and other agents The drug I also inhibits pepsin secretion The above actions result in a faster healing rate and less pain associated with ulcer disease The drug is well absorbed and therefore can be given with meals The drug also has a duration of action of approximately seven hours Ta met works better when antacids are taken concurrently with therapy The drug has very few side effects when taken on a term short-term basis Mild transient diarrhea nausea vomiting dizziness and rash rarely have been reported The drug probably should not be given to pregnant or nursing mothers and pediatric patients The Tia dosage osage varies from patient to patient The usual dose is mg with meals and at never bedtime-never exceeding 2400 mg per day Conclusion does not have many of the side effects associated with other drugs used in ulcer disease The healing rate of ulcers is faster and the amount of antacids the patient requires is decreased The main disadvantage is that ulcers tend to be a chronic problem that recurs does not decrease the recurrence rate Dr Evans will answer questions of general interest through this column If you have any questions or comments comments comments com com- ments please send them to the Vernal Express |
