Cimetidine
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Formula | C10H16N6S |
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Onset of action | 30 minutes |
Duration of action | 4–8 hours |
Other names | SKF-92334 |
Metabolism | Liver |
Elimination half-life | 123 minutes (~2 hours) |
Metabolites | • Cimetidine sulfoxide; • Hydroxycimetidine; • Guanyl urea cimetidine |
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ID | 2078358 |
About Cimetidine
Cimetidine, sold under the brand name Tagamet among others, is a histamine H₂ receptor antagonist that inhibits stomach acid production. It is mainly used in the treatment of heartburn and peptic ulcers.