Histamine Blocker (Noun)
Meaning
A medicine used to treat the gastric effects of histamine in cases of peptic ulcers and gastritis and gastroesophageal reflux; works by blocking the effects of histamine on the receptor site known as H2.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- A doctor may prescribe a histamine blocker to patients who are suffering from gastroesophageal reflux disease to reduce stomach acid production.
- Histamine blockers work by preventing histamine from binding to receptors in the stomach, which helps to alleviate heartburn and indigestion symptoms.
- Some histamine blockers are available over the counter, but it is generally recommended that they be used under the guidance of a medical professional.
- One common use for a histamine blocker is in the treatment of peptic ulcers, which are open sores in the stomach lining.
- People with acid reflux may experience relief from their symptoms when they take a histamine blocker regularly.