That's because the metabolic pathways available to break down carbs for energy are more efficient than the pathways available for fat breakdown. For long, slower exercise, fat is used more for energy than carbs. When it comes to weight loss, it doesn't matter what type of fuel you use.
1 Cimetidine (Tagamet, Tagamet HB). 2  Cimetidine (Tagamet) is the oldest H2 blocker. 3  It has few side effects; approximately 1% of people taking it will experience mild temporary diarrhea, dizziness, rash, or headache.alcium carbonate (Tums, Titralac, and Alka-2) is a potent and rapid acting antacid that can cause constipation. These antacids are actually sources of calcium. There have been rare cases of hypercalcemia (elevated levels of calcium in the blood) in people taking calcium carbonate for long periods of time.
The typical dose of Tagamet for treating gastric ulcers is either 800 mg at bedtime or 300 mg four times daily (with meals and at bedtime).owever, your healthcare provider may recommend a lower dose (Tagamet 400 mg at bedtime) or a higher dose (Tagamet 1600 mg at bedtime). Other optional dosages are Tagamet 300 mg four times daily (with meals and at bedtime) or Tagamet 400 mg twice daily.