A generic version of a popular heartburn medication that contains ranitidine — the generic version of Novartis’ Zantac — may be contaminated with a cancer-causing chemical.
A generic version of a popular heartburn medication may be contaminated with a cancer-causing chemical.
The Food and Drug Administration released a statement on Sept. 13 after learning that some ranitidine drugs, “including some products commonly known as the brand-name drug Zantac,” contained low levels of NDMA. “NDMA is classified as a probable human carcinogen based on results from laboratory tests,” noted the agency. NDMA is a “known environmental contaminant” that’s found in water and foods, including cured or grilled meats , dairy products and vegetables, according to the FDA.
So how concerned should you be if you’re taking an over-the-counter or prescription heartburn medication with ranitidine?
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