FAMOTIDINE (PepcidŽ) is a type of antihistamine that blocks the release of stomach acid. Famotidine is used to treat stomach and intestinal ulcers. It can relieve ulcer pain and discomfort. Famotidine is also used to control acid reflux (heartburn)
Famotidine is a histamine H2-receptor antagonist. Famotidine is used to treat stomach and intestinal ulcers. It is also used to control acid reflux (heartburn) and to treat gastroescophageal reflux disease (GERD), conditions that cause increased acid secretion, and esophagitis.
Tell your doctor if any of these apply to you:
you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
you are allergic to Famotidine, any other medicine, foods, dyes, preservatives, or other substances
you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, dietary supplement, or herbal preparation
you have liver or kidney disease
How to use:
Strictly follow your doctor's instructions
Famotidine may either be taken with or without food
Take your doses at regular intervals
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can
Avoid taking double or extra doses
Safety issues:
Famotidine may cause dizziness. Avoid driving, operating machinery, or performing other tasks that require mental alertness, until you know how Famotidine affects you.
Visit your doctor if your symtoms do not improve or if they become worse.
Notify your doctor if you have any symptoms of a bleeding ulcer, such as black, tarry stools or vomit that looks like coffee grounds.
If pain continues or you need to take Famotidine for more than 14 days for heartburn symptoms, stop use and contact your doctor.
What medicines may interact with Famotidine?
No specific interactions with Famotidine are known at this time.
Possible side effects:
If you experience these side effects, you should contact your doctor immediately:
difficulty or pain upon swallowing
severe allergic reactions (rash, hives, difficulty breathing, tightness in the chest, swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue)
convulsions (seizures)
bloody or black stools
These side effects usually don't require medical attention (but you should contact your doctor if they continue or are bothersome):
headache
constipation
diarrhea
dizziness
What is the shelf life of the pills?
The expiry date is mentioned on each blister. It is different for different batches. The shelf life is 2 years from the date of manufacture and would differ from batch to batch depending on when they were manufactured.
What is a generic pill?
Generic drug (pl. generic drugs, short: generics) is a drug which is produced and distributed without a brand name. A generic must contain the same active ingredients as the original formulation. In most cases, it is considered bioequivalent to the brand name counterpart with respect to pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic properties.
