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NILCER TABLET

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Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy

NILCER TABLET belongs to the class of gastrointestinal agents. It is used to treat indigestion, heartburn and acid reflux. NILCER TABLET is also used for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) when you get acid reflux. NILCER TABLET is also used to prevent and treat stomach ulcers. Often NILCER TABLET is taken for a rare condition caused by a pancreatic or intestine tumour called Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome.

Therapeutic Class

[GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS]

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Troikaa Pharmaceuticals Ltd., Registered Office: , \'Commerce House - 1\', Satya Marg, Bodakdev, Ahmedabad-380 054. Gujarat, India.

Other Info - NIL0103

Author Details

Written By

Urvashi Bharti

MBBS

Reviewed By

Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar

M Pharmacy

Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:30 AM IST

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FAQs

How does NILCER TABLET work?

Ranitidine belongs to a class of drugs known as H2 receptor antagonists (gastrointestinal agents). NILCER TABLET works by lessening the quantity of acid produced in your stomach.

Can NILCER TABLET be taken with food?

You can take NILCER TABLET with or without food. However, if you get symptoms whenever you eat or drink, take your medicine 30 minutes before having a drink, snack, or meal.

How long does it take for NILCER TABLET to start working?

NILCER TABLET starts working as fast as 15 minutes from when it is given. Its effect is seen to last all day or all night.

What are the serious side effects of NILCER TABLET?

NILCER TABLET may have some serious side effects, but these are rare. These side effects may include hives, skin rash, itching, and difficulty in breathing. Inform your doctor in case you notice any of these side effects.

Dose the NILCER TABLET cause gastric bleeding?

No, NILCER TABLET prevents excess production of stomach acid, causing acid reflux and heartburn. If blood is coming in your stool or mucous, immediately contact the doctor.

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

No reported interaction. But, it is best to avoid alcohol while taking medication.

Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

There are no competent and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Consult your doctor; there has been no significant research on the use of Candid Cream 30 gm in breastfeeding/nursing mothers. If Candid Cream 30 gm is applied to the breast or nipple, wash the area properly before nursing the child.

Driving

Safe if prescribed

Candid Cream 30 gm has no or negligible impact on the ability to drive or operate machinery.

Liver

Consult your doctor

Limited information is available; hence, if you have any concerns, discuss them with your doctor.

Kidney

Consult your doctor

Limited information is available; hence, if you have any concerns, discuss them with your doctor.

Children

Safe if prescribed

Candid Cream 30 gm can be used safely for children provided a child specialist has prescribed the dose.

Heart

Candid Cream 30 gm can be used safely due to minimal systemic absorption. If you have any concerns, please discuss them with your doctor.

Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Limited information available about the use of Candid Cream 30 gm in geriatric patients. Please consult your physician.

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Reference

About NILCER TABLET

NILCER TABLET contains ranitidine, a histamine-2 (H2) receptor blocker that helps reduce stomach acid by blocking the actions of the H2 receptor. The H2 receptor lies in the parietal cells of the stomach wall and is responsible for the release of gastric acid secretion - extra gastric acid secretion damage the tissues in the food pipe, stomach, and duodenum.

Take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It would help if you kept taking medicine for long as your doctor recommends. If you stop early, your symptoms may come back, and your condition may worsen. NILCER TABLET might have common side effects like headache, diarrhoea, constipation, and shortness of breath. These side effects are temporary and may get resolved after some time. However, if these side effects persist, contact your doctor.

It is recommended not to take NILCER TABLET if you are allergic to any components present in NILCER TABLET. If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding, you should not take this medication unless your doctor says it is necessary. Inform your doctor if you have stomach or intestinal cancer, liver problem, or will have an endoscopy in the future. And also, let your doctor know about your health condition and all the medicines you are taking before taking NILCER TABLET to rule out any side effects.

Uses of NILCER TABLET

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Acid reflux, Heartburn, Peptic Ulcer

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Medicinal Benefits

NILCER TABLET helps in reducing the excess amount of stomach acid. In turn, it prevents the formation of an ulcer in the stomach (peptic ulcer), gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) with or without ulcer, and Zollinger Ellison Syndrome, in which the stomach makes an exceptionally high amount of acid.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it. Oral Solution/Syrup: Shake the bottle well before each use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper.

Side Effects of NILCER TABLET

Headache
Constipation
Diarrhoea
Stomach pain

Drug Warnings

You should avoid taking NILCER TABLET if you are allergic to NILCER TABLET or H2 receptor blockers, have gastric cancer, or have liver disease. If you are a pregnant woman or nursing mother, do not consume NILCER TABLET without first consulting your doctor. NILCER TABLET may interact with a blood thinner (warfarin), antifungal (ketoconazole), or anti-HIV drug( atazanavir). Let your doctor know if you are taking these medicines. Intake of NILCER TABLET may mask the symptom of gastric cancer, so if you have any severe stomach pain or gastric bleeding (blood in stool and mucous), immediately consult the doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions

RanitidinePazopanib

Severe

RanitidineAtazanavir

Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

RanitidinePazopanib

Severe

How does the drug interact with Nilcer Tablet:
Using Pazopanib with Nilcer Tablet can reduce the effectiveness of pazopanib

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Nilcer Tablet together with Pazopanib can possibly result in an interaction, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

RanitidineAtazanavir

Severe

How does the drug interact with Nilcer Tablet:
Taking atazanavir with Nilcer Tablet can reduce the effectiveness of atazanavir.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Nilcer Tablet together with Atazanavir can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, contact your doctor if you experience unusual symptoms. Do not discontinue any medicine without consulting a doctor.

RanitidineRilpivirine

Severe

How does the drug interact with Nilcer Tablet:
Coadministration of Rilpivirine with Nilcer Tablet can reduce the acidity levels in the stomach and also decrease the effectiveness of Rilpivirine.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Nilcer Tablet together with Rilpivirine can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. To reduce the chance of interaction, take Nilcer Tablet at least 12 hours before or 4 hours after taking rilpivirine. Do not discontinue any medicine without consulting a doctor.

RanitidineLoperamide

Severe

How does the drug interact with Nilcer Tablet:
Coadministration of loperamide with Nilcer Tablet may significantly increase the blood levels of loperamide. This can increase the risk of serious side effect like irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking loperamide with Nilcer Tablet together can result in an interaction, they can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

RanitidineMesalazine

Severe

How does the drug interact with Nilcer Tablet:
Co-administration of Nilcer Tablet with Mesalazine can decrease the levels of Mesalazine, which may be less effective in treating a condition.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possible interaction between Mesalazine with Nilcer Tablet, but they can be taken together if a doctor has prescribed them. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

RanitidineDasatinib

Severe

How does the drug interact with Nilcer Tablet:
Taking Nilcer Tablet and Dasatinib together reduces the effectiveness of Dasatinib.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Nilcer Tablet together with Dasatinib can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms. Do not discontinue any medicine without consulting a doctor.

RanitidineGefitinib

Severe

How does the drug interact with Nilcer Tablet:
Coadministration of Gefitinib with Nilcer Tablet can reduce the acidity levels in the stomach and also decrease the effectiveness of gefitinib

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gefitinib with Nilcer Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. It is recommended that gefitinib is either taken 6 hours before or 6 hours after Nilcer Tablet to help minimize the impact of the interaction. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

RanitidineCefuroxime

Moderate

How does the drug interact with Nilcer Tablet:
Taking these medications together might make it harder for your body to absorb atazanavir, which could make it less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
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RanitidineCefditoren

Moderate

Drug-Food Interactions

No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Food Interactions

Drug-Diseases Interactions

No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

WARFARIN
KETOCONAZOLE
ATAZANAVIR
ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE

Habit Forming

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Avoid acid or heartburn-triggering foods or drinks like onions, peppermint, chocolate, caffeinated beverages, citrus fruits or juices, tomatoes and high-fat and spicy foods.
Before going to sleep, raise your bedhead, so your head and chest are higher than your feet. Do not use piles of pillows; one raised block is fine. This will not allow the stomach acid to backflow through your food pipe.
Avoid taking alcohol and smoking cigarettes. Alcohol can raise the production of stomach acid leading to heartburn and acid reflux. On the other hand, nicotine smoking damages the valve (sphincter), preventing stomach acid backflow into the food pipe.
Include high fibre-containing foods, berries, cherries, leafy green veggies (kale, spinach) and black peppers in your meal.
Fermented dairy products like miso, sauerkraut, and kimchi contain probiotics which help prevent excess stomach acid production. Cranberry juice can be beneficial for peptic ulcers and H Pyroli infections.
Avoid regular sitting continuously, as it can increase stomach acid production. Take a break of 5 minutes in 1 hour by brisk walking or stretching.