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Scientific Understanding

How Nizatidine WorksMechanism of Action in Children

Nizatidine is a selective histamine H2 receptor antagonist that reduces gastric acid secretion with minimal effects on hepatic cytochrome P450 enzymes.

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Understanding How Nizatidine Helps Your Child

Nizatidine is a competitive histamine H2 receptor antagonist that selectively blocks histamine-induced activation of adenylate cyclase in gastric parietal cells. By decreasing intracellular cAMP, it lowers basal and nocturnal gastric acid secretion and reduces pepsin output.

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How Nizatidine Works in the Body

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Scientific References

Nizatidine Prescribing Informationโ€ขDailyMed (2024)label
H2 Receptor Antagonists in Pediatric GERDโ€ขPediatric Drugs (2022)peer review