Nizatidine

Generic name: nizatidine [ ni-ZA-ti-deen ]
Brand names: Axid, Axid AR, Axid Pulvules
Dosage forms: oral capsule (150 mg; 300 mg); oral solution (15 mg/mL); oral tablet (75 mg)
Drug class:H2 antagonists

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Jul 2, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is nizatidine?

Nizatidine is a histamine-2 blocker that works by decreasing the amount of acid produced by the stomach.

Nizatidine is used to treat ulcers in the stomach and intestines. Nizatidine also treats heartburn and erosive esophagitis caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a condition in which acid backs up from the stomach into the esophagus.

Nizatidine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

Before taking this medicine

Heartburn is often confused with the first symptoms of a heart attack. Seek emergency medical attention if you have chest pain or heavy feeling, pain spreading to the arm or shoulder, nausea, sweating, and a general ill feeling.

You should not use nizatidine if you are allergic to nizatidine or similar stomach medicines such as ranitidine (Zanta...