Famotidine is used for: Heartburn; Peptic ulcer; Dyspepsia; Urticaria; Zollinger-Ellison syndrome; Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Recorded in the NepalDoc medicine catalog for Famotidine.
Famotidine tablets are indicated in adult and pediatric patients 40 kg and greater for the treatment of: active duodenal ulcer (DU)., active gastric ulcer (GU)., symptomatic nonerosive gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)., erosive esophagitis due to GERD, diagnosed by biopsy.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Famotidine. Full label: DailyMed.
Famotidine tablets are indicated in adult and pediatric patients 40 kg and greater for the treatment of: active duodenal ulcer (DU)., active gastric ulcer (GU)., symptomatic nonerosive gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)., erosive esophagitis due to GERD, diagnosed by biopsy. Famotidine tablets are indicated in adults for the: treatment of pathological hypersecretory conditions (e.g., Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, multiple endocrine neoplasias)., reduction of the risk of duodenal ulcer recurrence.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Famotidine. Full label: DailyMed.
Indication Recommended Dosage Adult and Pediatric Patients 40 kg and greater Active DU 40 mg once daily; or 20 mg twice daily Active Gastric Ulcer 40 mg once daily GERD 20 mg twice daily Erosive Esophagitis 20 mg twice daily; or 40 mg twice daily Adults Pathological Hypersecretory Conditions 20 mg every 6 hours; adjust to patient needs; maximum 160 mg every 6 hours Risk Reduction of DU Recurrence 20 mg once daily, See full prescribing information for complete dosing information, including dosing in renal impairment, and recommended treatment duration.
Directions from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Famotidine — your doctor or pharmacist may advise differently.
Famotidine tablets are contraindicated in patients with a history of serious hypersensitivity reactions (e.g., anaphylaxis) to famotidine or other histamine-2 (H 2 ) receptor antagonists. History of serious hypersensitivity reactions (e.g., anaphylaxis) to famotidine or other H 2 receptor antagonists.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Famotidine. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
Central Nervous System (CNS) Adverse Reactions: Elderly patients and patients with renal impairment at increased risk; reduce the dosage., GI Malignancy: Absence of GI symptoms does not preclude the presence of gastric malignancy; evaluate prior to initiating therapy. 5.1 Central Nervous System Adverse Reactions Central nervous system (CNS) adverse reactions, including confusion, delirium, hallucinations, disorientation, agitation, seizures, and lethargy, have been reported in elderly patients and patients with moderate and severe renal impairment treated with famotidine.
Warnings and precautions excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Famotidine — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
The most common adverse reactions are: headache, dizziness, constipation, and diarrhea. To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Annora Pharma Private Limited at 1-866-495-1995 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Famotidine — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor about side effects.
20 brands · 12 makers in the NepalDoc catalog — see the full Famotidine guide →
Storage Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F);
Storage information from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Famotidine.
What is Famocid?
Famocid 20mg Tablet is a Famotidine medicine made by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. It comes as 20mg Tablet.
What is Famocid used for?
Famotidine is used for Heartburn, Peptic ulcer, Dyspepsia, Urticaria, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
What is the generic name of Famocid?
The generic name of Famocid is Famotidine.
Which brands of Famotidine are available in Nepal?
20 brands of Famotidine are listed in the NepalDoc catalog, from 12 makers — including Facid Tablet, Fadine 40mg Tablet, Fadine 20mg Tablet, FAM H2 20mg Tablet, FAM H2 40mg Tablet, FAM O 20mg Tablet.
What are the side effects of Famotidine?
The most common adverse reactions are: headache, dizziness, constipation, and diarrhea. To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Annora Pharma Private Limited at 1-866-495-1995 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.
This page is information only and is not medical advice. Medicine details come from the sources listed above and may change — always confirm the medicine, strength and dose with a pharmacist or doctor before use. A catalog listing does not guarantee that a medicine is in stock at any pharmacy.
