Famocid 20mg

SIDE-EFFECTS

You may be advised some diet restrictions along with Famotidine Tablet 20Mg. Taking a proper diet with lots of vegetables and fibre is the key to proper effectiveness of this medication.

PRECAUTIONS FOR FAMOCID 20 MG TABLETS :
Before taking Famotidine medication (Pepcid, Famocid), take care of all the precautions mentioned above and discuss them with your doctor. Your doctor may need to decide if it is safe for you to take Famotidine. If you have any of these conditions: liver or kidney disease, a personal or family history of Long QT syndrome, stomach cancer, asthma, chronic pulmonary obstructive disease (COPD), or breathing problems, let him know.

Who Can USE it?

Famotidine is not expected to harm an unborn baby if taken while being pregnant or trying to conceive. Famotidine Tablet 20Mg can pass into breast milk and harm a nursing baby , so lactating mothers should take care and inform the doctor accordingly.

HOW SHOULD I TAKE FAMOTIDINE TABLET 20MG?
Take Famotidine Tablet 20Mg strictly according to the instructions on the medication label or according to your doctor’s direction. Do not alter the dosage unless your doctor advises you to do so. Also, do not take Famotidine (Pepcid, Famocid) after the prescribed period is over.

Properly chew the chewable Famotidine Tablet 20Mg tablet before swallowing. Famotidine medication may take up to 8 weeks to heal your ulcers. Take the medication as directed for best results. Tell your doctor if your symptoms don’t subside after 6 weeks of taking Famotidine Tablet 20Mg. Always store Famotidine in a cool and dry place, away from heat and moisture. Ensure that children and pets don’t have access to this medication.

WHAT IF I MISS A DOSE?
If you miss a dose of Famotidine, take it as soon as you remember. Don’t take the missed dose if the time to take the next dose is almost up. Taking multiple doses near to each other can lead to excess medication in your body which can be harmful.

WHAT IF I OVERDOSE?
Get emergency medical attention or call the Doctor immediately in case of an overdose as it may lead to nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, or diarrhea.

THINGS AND ACTIVITIES TO AVOID WHILE TAKING FAMOCID 20 MG TABLET (FAMOTIDINE TABLET 20MG) :
Alcohol consumption while taking Famotidine Tablet 20Mg (Pepcid, Famocid) as it may worsen your condition, so avoid alcohol. Also avoid other acid reducers like cimetidine, nizatidine, ranitidine, or others unless your doctor advises otherwise. Famotidine 20mg may lead to dizziness which can impact some activities that require high level of attention and alertness like driving. So be careful while doing them.

SIDE EFFECTS OF FAMOCID 20 MG TABLET (FAMOTIDINE TABLET 20MG) :
Common side effects of Famotidine (Pepcid, Famocid) are nausea, vomiting, dizziness, constipation, diarrhoea, dry mouth, headache, muscle cramps, or joint pain. There can be a few others in which case you should contact your doctor right away.

FAMOTIDINE DOSING INFORMATION :
Famotidine prescription will be fixed by your doctor after examining you properly. Dosage may depend on a range of factors like age, sex, drug allergies, or seriousness of the condition among several other factors. Stick to your doctor’s prescription strictly.

INTERACTION WITH OTHER DRUGS
The drugs that can interact with Famotidine are: atazanavir, itraconazole, ketoconazole, aspirin or other NSAIDs like ibuprofen, naproxen, diclofenac, or others. The drugs mentioned thus are not all the possible drugs which can interact with Famotidine , there may be others as well. Share the list of all type of medications and related products which you are using, with your doctor and never start a new medication without his or her advice.