Uses of Famocid 40mg Tablet
Famocid 40mg Tablet is used for the treatment or prevention of the following disease(s):
Gastric Ulcer, Heartburn, Indigestion
Side effects of Famocid 40mg Tablet
The most common side effects of Famocid 40mg Tablet are - Headache, Confusion, Constipation, Diarrhea, Dizziness
These side effects can usually occur in patients. However, these are only indicative and not all patients will experience them.
Precautions while taking Famocid 40mg Tablet
Do not use Famocid 40mg Tablet if you are allergic to - Famotidine
If you have heart disease, liver or kidney disease, drug or alcohol addiction, consult your doctor before using Famocid 40mg Tablet.
If you are allergic to any medicine or food, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Use this medicine under the supervision of your doctor.
To avoid an adverse reaction, consult your doctor if you are already taking other medicines.
Dosage of Famocid 40mg Tablet
Famocid 40mg Tablet contains - Famotidine
Famotidine works by blocking histamine H2 receptors that are found on the cells in the stomach lining. A natural body chemical called histamine normally binds to these receptors, causing the cells to produce stomach acid.
Overdose of Famocid 40mg Tablet
The dosage of Famocid 40mg Tablet depends on many factors such as the patient age, health, medical condition or history of the patient and many other conditions.
Please use this medicine as prescribed by your doctor.
Onset of Action of Famocid 40mg Tablet
If you forget to take a dose of Famocid 40mg Tablet, do not take two doses at the same time, there is a risk of overdose.
If you notice any unusual reaction in your body after taking this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or call your local medical emergency number.
Duration of Action of Famocid 40mg Tablet
Precautions & Warnings
Alcohol
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Pregnancy
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Breastfeeding
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Driving
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Kidney
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Liver
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All substitutes for Famocid 40mg Tablet
For information purpose only. Refer to a healthcare professionals before consuming any medicines and/or drugs.
Interactions
Drug :-
antacids, sucralfate: Possibly decreased absorption of famotidine.
bone marrow depressants: Increased risk of blood dyscrasias.
itraconazole, ketoconazole: Possibly decreased absorption of these drugs.
Activity :-
alcohol use: Possibly increased blood alcohol level.