I am interested to know whether taking Zantac/Ranitidine long term (300mg every day for over 2 years) is likely to have an effect on the condition of a persons kidneys, especially if they had a history of stones. Should a person with kidney stones even be taking Zantac? Is there any known evidence of Zantac causing kidney damage?
2006-07-14 06:21:40 · 7 answers · asked by smurphy 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
The Zantac was being taken to control acid stomach.
2006-07-14 07:05:06 · update #1
Ranitidine is a very safe medicine and it is documented to be safe for use over long periods of time. Taking zantac does not cause kidney stones or kidney damage. If you have chronic heartburn or gerd and the ranitidine is working I wouldnt worry about discontinuing it, if it is not working or you dont have these conditions talk to your doctor about if you need it or not or if you need another medicine
2006-07-14 10:44:43 · answer #1 · answered by cdsfhc2002 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am an alternative medicinal therapist(not Homoeopathy)
and an ex nurse. Why are you taking zantac, do you have chronic heartburn, if not then you should not be taking it at all. A lot of people don't know that antacids can cause digestive upsets and you should avoid them,It's ok now and then but never on a long term basis. Whatever goes into your mouth goes into the liver,spleen,and kidneys. Taken over a long period of time can damage organs whatever the medication is. If you suffer with heartburn the best thing for it is Ginger, either in capsule form, or in herbal teas and crystallised. You can get these from any health store.
Gloria(BSYA)
gloriashealth@btinternet.com
2006-07-14 07:00:20 · answer #2 · answered by gloriashealth@btinternet.com 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Zantac can safely be used for a lifetime.
lt is metabolised in the liver and has no effect on the kidneys.
If your kidney stones are a result of gout,however,and you have high uric acid levels,Zantac will intensify the gastro-intestinal effects of the condition and you will have painful abdominal cramps .
So don't worry,Zantac doesn't harm the kidneys -with or without stones.
2006-07-15 08:36:09 · answer #3 · answered by Emma Woodhouse 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You seem to take your condition very lightly which it isn't. So you have never felt pain. Good for you. The reason is that the stones are still nested in your kidneys , some hurting your nephro globules and causing bleeding. However they are growing and if some day you are peeing them out the only exit is via the urethra. Unlike the kidneys, the bladder etc. the urethra is not made of elastic tissue and so depending on the size of the stone you could find yourself riding an ambulance howling from pain on the way to the ER.
2016-03-15 23:55:33 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have been taking Ranitadine for three years due to chronic acid reflux brought on by long-term use of steroids.
All medications have long term side effects but I am led to believe this drug has a good reputation for its long term use and I have had no problems thus far. I am unsure about someone with kidney stones using it however, and I would suggest asking a doctor or pharmacist for advice.
2006-07-24 10:09:25 · answer #5 · answered by justasiam29 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There is no medical evidence that taking Zantac (ranitidine) longterm will result in the formation of kidney stones nor renal damage. Don't worry. If you need the drug to control your symptoms take it. If you have no symptoms off the drug don't bother with it.
2006-07-20 04:52:29 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-05-31 23:03:42 · answer #7 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋