1609-06-9: Cimetidine EP Impurity G

It is one of impurity present in Cimetidine, Cimetidine is a histamine H2 receptor antagonist, It reduces basal and nocturnal gastric acid secretion and reduction in gastric volume, acidity, and amount of gastric acid released in response to stimuli including food, caffeine, insulin, and pentagastrin. which is used to treat gastrointestinal disorders such as gastric ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease, and pathological hypersecretory conditions. Cimetidine inhibits isoenzymes of the hepatic CYP450 enzyme system and also increases gastric bacterial flora such as nitrate-reducing organisms.