NOUN | artifact | ranitidine, Zantac | a histamine blocker and antacid (trade name Zantac) used to treat peptic ulcers and gastritis and esophageal reflux |
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Meaning | A histamine blocker and antacid (trade name Zantac) used to treat peptic ulcers and gastritis and esophageal reflux. | |
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Synonym | Zantac | |
Broader | antacid, gastric antacid, alkalizer, alkaliser, antiacid | An agent that counteracts or neutralizes acidity (especially in the stomach) |
histamine blocker | A medicine used to treat the gastric effects of histamine in cases of peptic ulcers and gastritis and gastroesophageal reflux | |
Spanish | ranitidina | |
Catalan | ranitidina |
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