Guidelines and Codes
Update to Section 12.10.10 H2 Antagonists
[NZRGM, Volume 1, 5th edition]
Added to web site: August 2006
Low dose presentations of cimetidine or nizatidine may be sold as restricted medicines, and low dose presentations of famotidine or ranitidine may be sold as pharmacy-only medicines, when the following conditions apply
| Pack size | Not more than 14 days supply when used at the recommended dose. |
|---|---|
| Indications | Symptomatic relief of heartburn, dyspepsia and hyperacidity OR on
the recommendation of a medical practitioner. |
| Warning statements1 | Do not use the medicine for any purpose other than that specified on
the pack unless under the supervision of a doctor. Consult a doctor if symptoms persist, recur or worsen. Consult a doctor if new or additional symptoms occur. Do not use with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines unless under the supervision of a doctor. Use with caution if over 40 years of age. In the case of cimetidine, do not use without medical supervision if taking warfarin, phenytoin or theophylline. |
1This information may be presented as words of similar meaning, and
may be present on either the label or the package insert. Where the
information is included in the package insert, the label should include a
statement such as:
Read the enclosed package insert before starting to use this product