Histamine H2-receptor antagonist. Prepn and anti-ulcerative activity: K. Shibata et al., EP 24510; eidem, US 4293557 (both 1981 to Teikoku Hormone). Pharmacology in animals: M. Tarutani et al., Arzneim.-Forsch. 35, 703 (1985). Comparison with cimetidine of effect on gastric acid secretion and ulcer formation in animals: eidem, ibid. 844. Metabolism in humans: S. Honma et al., Oyo Yakuri 30, 555 (1985); C.A. 104, 61453n (1985).
Antiulcerative.
Antiulcerative; Histamine H2-Receptor Antagonist