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.