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How does ranitidine alter gastric flora composition and what are the implications for gut health, including increased susceptibility to infections or reduced absorption of essential nutrients like vitamin B12?
Ranitidine can increase gastric pH, reducing stomach acidity. This affects gut flora, potentially allowing harmful bacteria to thrive, increasing infection risk and possibly impairing vitamin B12 absorption.