When to give ranitidine

[Gerty1002]

My 12 week old DS is suspected to have reflux, gaviscon did nothing but give him constipation so we've been given ranitidine. The pharmacy label just says three times a day, does anyone know whether it's best to give before a feed, after or in between?

TIA

I don't think it matters. I give dd hers when I remember . It is 3 times a day, so I try and do after meals.

Hi Gerty1002. Ranitidine works best given a half hour pre feeds. 8 hourly intervals is what is usually prescribed, but you can work this out around/pre feed times.I hope DS feels the benefit soon.Reflux can be a challenge but ranitidine will help with any associated discomfort.