Does Zantac give Consiptation?

Question

Does Zantac give Consiptation?

Answer 1

Will antacids take care of heartburn?

Antacids neutralize the acid that your stomach makes. For most people, antacids that you can get without a prescription (over-the-counter) give fast, short-term relief.

However, if you use antacids too much, they can cause diarrhea or constipation. Look for antacids that contain both magnesium hydroxide and aluminum hydroxide. (One causes constipation while the other causes diarrhea so they counteract each other.) Some brands of antacids include Zantac ,  Maalox, Mylanta and Riopan. Follow the directions on the package.

So the answer is yes. Zantac trade name for Ranitidine  can make you constipated .