ACITAK 150 MG TABLET

Cimetidine (150mg)

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ACITAK 150 MG TABLET is a medicine used to treat benign stomach ulcers, duodenal ulcers, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux). It helps reduce excess stomach acid, supporting ulcer healing and relieving symptoms such as heartburn, acidity, indigestion, and upper abdominal discomfort.

Written By Dr. Anuj Saini, MMST, MBBS,
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS,
Last updated on 13 Dec 2025 | 12:58 AM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Cimetidine (150mg)

Marketer

Astron Healthcare

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Consider taking ACITAK 150 MG TABLET before meals to prevent the symptoms of acidity. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. If the symptoms persist or worsen even after 14 days of treatment, you should consult your doctor for further guidance. It is not recommended to take this medicine in severe stomach disease. You can help the medicine work better by eating smaller meals more often and avoiding spicy or oily foods.

Common side effects of ACITAK 150 MG TABLET include diarrhea, dizziness, tiredness, and rashes. These are usually mild and go away when you stop taking this medicine or as you adjust to it. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects bother you or do not go away.

Before taking ACITAK 150 MG TABLET, let your doctor know if you have any heart, kidney, or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Also, tell your doctor if you are taking other medications. Avoid drinking alcohol, as this can increase the amount of acid in your stomach and make your symptoms worse.

Uses of Acitak Tablet

Treatment of Benign Stomach ulcers
Treatment of Duodenal Ulcer
Treatment of Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)

Benefits of Acitak Tablet

Treatment of Benign Stomach ulcers
ACITAK 150 MG TABLET helps treat benign stomach ulcers by reducing the amount of acid produced in the stomach. Lowering acid levels allows the ulcer to heal more effectively and helps relieve symptoms such as stomach pain, burning, and discomfort after meals. Controlling acid secretion also reduces the risk of ulcer irritation and promotes faster recovery.

Treatment of Duodenal Ulcer
ACITAK 150 MG TABLET is beneficial in duodenal ulcers because it decreases excess stomach acid that can injure the lining of the duodenum. This reduction in acid supports faster healing of the ulcer and helps prevent further damage. It also relieves symptoms such as upper abdominal pain, acidity, and indigestion, improving overall digestive comfort.

Treatment of Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)
ACITAK 150 MG TABLET helps manage gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) by lowering the production of stomach acid that flows back into the esophagus (food pipe). This reduces irritation of the esophageal lining and helps relieve symptoms such as heartburn, sour taste, and regurgitation. Keeping acid levels under control also helps prevent complications related to long-term acid reflux.

Side effects of Acitak Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Acitak

Skin rash
Tiredness
Diarrhea
Dizziness

How to use Acitak Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. ACITAK 150 MG TABLET may be taken with or without food.

How Acitak Tablet works

ACITAK 150 MG TABLET is a histamine H2 receptor antagonist. It works by reducing the amount of acid produced in the stomach, which helps relieve acid-related indigestion and heartburn.

Quick tips

Take ACITAK 150 MG TABLET before going to bed if you are taking this medicine once a day. It is very effective in controlling stomach acid that is released when you are asleep.
Avoid taking soft drinks, citrus fruits like orange and lemon, which can irritate the stomach and increase acid secretion.
Inform your doctor if you do not feel better after taking ACITAK 150 MG TABLET for 2 weeks, as you may be suffering from some other problems.
Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney disease, as the dose of your medicine may need to be adjusted.
Inform your doctor about any other medications or supplements that you are taking because ACITAK 150 MG TABLET can interfere with the working of other medications.
Do not stop taking the medication without talking to your doctor.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with ACITAK 150 MG TABLET

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of ACITAK 150 MG TABLET during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of ACITAK 150 MG TABLET during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

SAFE

ACITAK 150 MG TABLET does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

ACITAK 150 MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

CAUTION

ACITAK 150 MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Acitak with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Severe

Phenytoin (Oral Route)

Do not consume Phenytoin with Cimetidine.

Severe

Carmustine (Injection Route)

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor blood cell counts and your overall treatment closely.

Severe

Fosphenytoin (Injection Route)

Do not consume Fosphenytoin with Cimetidine. If concurrent use is essential, please consult your doctor.

Severe

Phenytoin (Injection Route)

Do not consume Phenytoin with Cimetidine.

Severe

Dasatinib (Oral Route)

Cimetidine may reduce blood levels and efficacy of Dasatinib. Cimetidine may reduce blood levels and efficacy of Dasatinib.

Frequently asked questions

Why should ACITAK 150 MG TABLET be taken at bedtime?

ACITAK 150 MG TABLET may be prescribed as a single daily dose or in divided doses. When taken once daily, bedtime dosing is preferred because it helps suppress nighttime acid secretion more effectively. Taking it at the same time each night also makes it easier to remember your dose.

Can I take ACITAK 150 MG TABLET with antacids?

Yes, ACITAK 150 MG TABLET can be taken along with antacids, as they do not interfere with each other’s action. However, since both reduce acidity, using more than one acid-reducing medicine at the same time is generally unnecessary unless your doctor advises it.

Is there any vitamin or mineral loss when taking ACITAK 150 MG TABLET?

ACITAK 150 MG TABLET is not known to cause vitamin or mineral loss. However, medicines in the H2-blocker class may reduce the absorption of vitamin B12 when used for long periods (typically more than two years). If long-term therapy is needed, your doctor may monitor your vitamin B12 levels.

Are there any withdrawal symptoms after stopping ACITAK 150 MG TABLET?

No withdrawal symptoms have been reported after stopping ACITAK 150 MG TABLET. Available studies suggest that the medicine does not cause dependence or addiction.

Can I take ACITAK 150 MG TABLET with coffee?

There are no known harmful interactions between ACITAK 150 MG TABLET and coffee. However, ACITAK 150 MG TABLET may slow the breakdown of caffeine, which can increase its effects. Coffee itself can increase stomach acid and may worsen symptoms such as heartburn or acidity, so limiting coffee intake may help your condition.

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Chemical Class

Imidazole derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Histamine Type-2 Receptor Antagonists (H2 Blockers)

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Marketer details

Name: Astron Healthcare
Address: Surya Kiran Complex, Old Mehrauli, Gurgaon Road, (opp. SBI Branch) Gurgaon, Haryana 122001

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Country of origin: India

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Acitak Tablet

Benefits of Acitak Tablet

Side effects of Acitak Tablet

How to use Acitak Tablet

How Acitak Tablet works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Phenytoin (Oral Route)

Carmustine (Injection Route)

Fosphenytoin (Injection Route)

Phenytoin (Injection Route)

Dasatinib (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

Why should ACITAK 150 MG TABLET be taken at bedtime?

Can I take ACITAK 150 MG TABLET with antacids?

Is there any vitamin or mineral loss when taking ACITAK 150 MG TABLET?

Are there any withdrawal symptoms after stopping ACITAK 150 MG TABLET?

Can I take ACITAK 150 MG TABLET with coffee?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Helicobacter Pylori IgA

Helicobacter Pylori IgG

Helicobacter Pylori IgM

References

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