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A ALIMENTARY TRACT AND METABOLISM
A02 DRUGS FOR ACID RELATED DISORDERS
A02B DRUGS FOR PEPTIC ULCER AND GASTRO-OESOPHAGEAL REFLUX DISEASE (GORD)

Peptic ulcer includes ulcers in the oesophagus, stomach or duodenum.
Combinations with H2-receptor antagonists are classified in A02B.
See also A03 - Drugs for functional gastrointestinal disorders.
Antacids in combination with liquorice root or linseed are classified in A02A - Antacids.
Combinations with NSAIDs are classified in M01A.


A02BA H2-receptor antagonists

Ranitidine bismuth citrate is classified here, whereas other bismuth salts are classified in A02BX.

The DDDs are based on treatment of peptic ulcers.


    ATC code  Name  DDD  U Adm.R Note
    A02BA03 famotidine 40 mg 
    40 mg 

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