
Alternatives to Ranitidine (Zantac)
If you’re considering switching heartburn medications given the FDA’s investigation of Zantac and other ranitidine products, there are several other OTC medications that treat heartburn/indigestion. Famotidine In the same drug class as Ranitidine and has the same mechanism of action. Available as 10mg or 20mg tablets. Can be taken once or twice daily. Cimetidine (Tagamet) In the same drug…