Why is dose adjustment necessary for H2 blockers in patients with chronic kidney disease?
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Correct answer: Because they are excreted unchanged by the kidneys
Most H2 blockers (especially Famotidine and Nizatidine) are cleared by the kidneys. In patients with renal insufficiency, the half-life of these drugs is significantly prolonged, increasing the risk of adverse effects.
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