Ranitidine (CED0002589)

Ranitidine is an organic compound with the formula C13H22N4O3S and an average molecular weight of 314.40 g/mol. Ranitidine belongs to the amines, a subclass of organonitrogen compounds within the organic compounds. It is recorded as a treatment for gastroesophageal reflux disease (PMC1492602). The compound acts on two recorded protein targets as an antagonist/inhibitor of the Histamine H2 receptor (HRH2) and Acetylcholinesterase (ACHE). Exposure routes include oral, intravenous, intramuscular, and topical administration. Ranitidine has been found in or released from 27 recorded sources. These include healthcare, pharmaceuticals & veterinary products, specifically drugs for acid related disorders, as well as drinking water and water supply. Other sources include building & construction materials such as floors, ceilings, roofs, stairs and ramps, and sunshades awnings or outside screens. It is also associated with food, food processing & cookware, including the preparation of wort, wine or sparkling wine, and the preparation of malt. Additionally, it is found in household cleaning & consumer products, such as tobacco product cases, other smoking requisites, and non electric simulated smoking devices. Finally, it is linked to electrical & electronic equipment, including amplifiers, antennas, communication cables or conductors, colour television systems, auxiliary devices, and nine other sources.