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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Dec 7, 2024 | 2:26 PM IST
Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet is used to treat gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and peptic ulcers. It contains Ranitidine and Domperidone, which works by reducing gastric acid secretion and increasing the movements and contractions of stomach muscles. Thus, helps in treating acidity. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as dry mouth, stomach pain, constipation, headache, sleepiness, and dizziness. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Maxx Farmacia (India) Llp

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About Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet

Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called gastrointestinal agents used to treat gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and peptic ulcers. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) occurs when stomach acid frequently flows back into the food pipe (oesophagus). Peptic ulcers are sores that develop on the inner lining of the intestine and stomach.

Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet is a combination of two drugs: Ranitidine and Domperidone. Ranitidine works by blocking histamine H2 receptors located on the stomach lining, thereby reducing gastric acid secretion. Domperidone works by increasing the movements and contractions of stomach muscles. Together, Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet helps in treating acidity.

You are advised to take Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as dry mouth, stomach pain, constipation, headache, sleepiness, and dizziness. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet may cause sleepiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet should not be given to children as safety has not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet as it could lead to increased drowsiness and can elevate the production of stomach acid. Keep your doctor informed about all the medicines and your health condition to rule out any side effects.

Uses of Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet

Treatment of Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, peptic ulcers.

Medicinal Benefits

Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called gastrointestinal agents used to treat gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and peptic ulcers. Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet is a combination of two drugs: Ranitidine and Domperidone. Ranitidine works by blocking histamine H2 receptors located on the stomach lining, thereby reducing gastric acid secretion. Domperidone works by increasing the movements and contractions of stomach muscles. Together, Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet helps in treating acidity.

Directions for Use

Take Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet 30-60 minutes prior food. Swallow Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew, or crush it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet

  • Dry mouth
  • Stomach pain
  • Constipation
  • Headache
  • Sleepiness
  • Dizziness

Drug Warnings

Do not take Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor before taking Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet if you have a history of gastrointestinal bleeding, porphyria, or intestinal obstruction. Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet may cause B12 deficiency in long-term treatment. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet may cause sleepiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet should not be given to children as safety has not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet as it could lead to increased drowsiness and can elevate the production of stomach acid.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet may have interaction with pain killers (acetaminophen, ibuprofen, aspirin, naproxen, methadone), an antidepressant (duloxetine, citalopram, escitalopram), vitamin (vitamin b12), anti-fungal (ketoconazole, fluconazole, voriconazole), antibiotics (erythromycin, clarithromycin, telithromycin, moxifloxacin, pentamidine), heart-related medicines (propranolol, procainamide, amiodarone, dronedarone, quinidine, disopyramide, dofetilide, sotalol, diltiazem, verapamil), antipsychotics (haloperidol, pimozide, sertindole), gastrointestinal drugs (cisapride, dolasetron), antihistamine  (mequitazine, mizolastine), anti-malarial (halofantrine), a protease inhibitor (telaprevir), anti-cancer (toremifene, vandetanib, vincamine), anti-muscarinic (diphemanil), anti-anxiety (diazepam), anticonvulsant (phenytoin), anti-asthma (theophylline), blood thinner (warfarin), antidiabetic (glipizide).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption. Alcohol intake leads to increased production of stomach acid, thereby increasing acidity and heartburn.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have gastrointestinal bleeding, porphyria, haemodialysis, phenylketonuria, liver and kidney dysfunction.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ACETAMINOPHEN
  • NAPROXEN
  • ASPIRIN
  • IBUPROFEN
  • METHADONE
  • DULOXETINE
  • CITALOPRAM
  • ESCITALOPRAM
  • CYANOCOBALAMIN
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • FLUCONAZOLE
  • VORICONAZOLE
  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • CLARITHROMYCIN
  • TELITHROMYCIN
  • MOXIFLOXACIN
  • PROPRANOLOL
  • PROCAINAMIDE
  • AMIODARONE
  • DRONEDARONE
  • QUINIDINE
  • DISOPYRAMIDE
  • DOFETILIDE
  • SOTALOL
  • DILTIAZEM
  • VERAPAMIL
  • HALOPERIDOL
  • PIMOZIDE
  • SERTINDOLE
  • CISAPRIDE
  • DOLASETRON
  • MIZOLASTINE
  • VANDETANIB
  • DIAZEPAM
  • PHENYTOIN
  • THEOPHYLLINE
  • WARFARIN
  • GLIPIZIDE
  • HALOFANTRINE
  • TELAPREVIR
  • TOREMIFENE
  • VINCAMINE
  • DIPHEMANIL
  • MEQUITAZINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat smaller meals more often.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption. Alcohol intake leads to increased production of stomach acid, thereby increases acidity and heartburn.
  • Maintain a healthy weight by regular exercising.
  • Avoid lying down after eating.
  • Avoid tight-fitting clothes.
  • Maintain a healthy weight by regular exercising.
  • Practise relaxation techniques and avoid stress by doing yoga or meditation.
  • Avoid foods such as high-fat food, spicy food, chocolates, citrus fruits, pineapple, tomato, onion, garlic, tea and soda. 
  • Avoid sitting continuously as it may trigger acidity. Take a break of 5 minutes every hour by doing brisk walking or stretching.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD): It occurs when stomach acid frequently flows back into the food pipe (oesophagus). This backflow (acid reflux) irritates the food pipe and causes heartburn. Symptoms include heartburn, sour or bitter taste in the mouth, and difficulty swallowing.

Peptic ulcers: Peptic ulcers are sores that develop on the lining of the stomach and intestine due to erosion of the stomach's protective lining. Symptoms include nausea, changes in appetite, bloody or dark stools, unexplained weight loss, vomiting, and indigestion.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet. Alcohol intake leads to increased production of stomach acid, thereby increases acidity and heartburn.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Consult your doctor before taking Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet if you are pregnant; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor before taking Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet; your doctor will decide whether Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Caution

Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Consult your doctor before taking Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Consult your doctor before taking Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Unsafe

Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet should not be given to children as the safety and effectiveness were not established.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

25/12, Canal Rd, Police Colony, Kilpauk Garden Colony, Chennai 600010. Tamil Nadu, India
Other Info - MAXX857

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FAQs

Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called gastrointestinal agents used to treat gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and peptic ulcers.
Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet is a combination of two drugs, namely: Ranitidine (H2 receptor antagonist) and Domperidone (a dopamine antagonist). Ranitidine works by blocking histamine H2 receptors located on the stomach lining, thereby reduces gastric acid secretion. Domperidone works by increasing the movements and contractions of stomach muscle. Together, Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet helps in treating acidity.
Talk to your doctor if you do not feel better even after taking Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet for 7 days. Do not take Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet for longer durations unless prescribed by the doctor.
Constipation might be a side-effect of Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet. Drink enough fluids and eat fibre rich food if you experience constipation.
Avoid lying down immediately after meals to prevent acid reflux. Raise the head of the bed 10-20cm by putting a pillow so that the head and chest are above the waist. This helps in preventing acid reflux.
Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet. Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might help in stimulating saliva and thereby prevents drying of the mouth.
Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet contains domperidone which helps in treating nausea and vomiting. However, Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet is used to treat acidity. Please consult your doctor, he/she may prescribe you an alternate medicine for treating nausea and vomiting.
Store Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep this medication out of reach of children.
The best time to take Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet is at the dosage and timing your doctor prescribes. Typically, it's taken 30 minutes to 1 hour before a meal to prevent indigestion and heartburn. If you're unsure, consult your doctor for personalized advice.
An overdose of Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet can lead to serious side effects such as extreme drowsiness, confusion, uncontrollable movements (like unusual eye or tongue movements or abnormal posture), and difficulty breathing. If you suspect an overdose, seek medical help immediately. Your doctor will focus on managing symptoms and may monitor your heart with an ECG (electrocardiogram) due to the risk of irregular heart rhythms (prolonged QT interval).
If you are pregnant, it is essential to consult your doctor. Your doctor will only evaluate and prescribe your condition if the benefits outweigh the risks.
It is generally not recommended to drink alcohol while taking Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet. Alcohol can increase the risk of side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, and stomach irritation. Additionally, it may reduce the effectiveness of the medication by increasing stomach acid production. For your safety and to ensure the best results from your treatment, always consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.
The common side effects of Maxx Rantec D 10mg/150mg Tablet include dry mouth, stomach pain, constipation, headache, sleepiness, and dizziness. These side effects usually resolve on their own, but if they persist or worsen, consult your doctor.

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