Pepcid

Famotidine

Generic Pepcid is used for treating and preventing ulcers; treating and preventing heartburn associated with acid indigestion and sour stomach. It is also used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), conditions that cause increased acid secretion and esophagitis.

Package	Per pill	Price	Savings
336 tablet	AED 1.42	AED 477.14AED 1.42	AED 798.41
224 tablet	AED 1.80	AED 403.70AED 1.80	AED 446.66
168 tablet	AED 1.86	AED 311.91AED 1.86	AED 325.86
112 tablet	AED 2.19	AED 245.82AED 2.19	AED 179.36
84 tablet	AED 2.62	AED 220.12AED 2.62	AED 98.77
56 tablet	AED 2.95	AED 165.04AED 2.95	AED 47.55
28 tablet	AED 3.80	AED 106.30AED 3.80

Package	Per pill	Price	Savings
336 tablet	AED 1.47	AED 495.50AED 1.47	AED 824.11
224 tablet	AED 1.84	AED 411.05AED 1.84	AED 468.69
168 tablet	AED 2.01	AED 337.61AED 2.01	AED 322.19
112 tablet	AED 2.36	AED 264.18AED 2.36	AED 175.69
84 tablet	AED 2.75	AED 231.13AED 2.75	AED 98.77
56 tablet	AED 3.34	AED 187.07AED 3.34	AED 32.86
28 tablet	AED 3.93	AED 109.97AED 3.93

Brand(s)

Manufacturer

Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd. / Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. / USV Private Limited

Disease(s)

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease / Ulcers / Heartburn

Famotidine tablet

What is this medicine?

FAMOTIDINE is a type of antihistamine that blocks the release of stomach acid. It is used to treat stomach or intestinal ulcers. It can also relieve heartburn from acid reflux.

What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

kidney or liver disease
trouble swallowing
an unusual or allergic reaction to famotidine, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding

How should I use this medicine?

Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. If you only take this medicine once a day, take it at bedtime. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.

NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.

What may interact with this medicine?

delavirdine
itraconazole
ketoconazole

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

What should I watch for while using this medicine?

Tell your doctor or health care professional if your condition does not start to get better or if it gets worse. Finish the full course of tablets prescribed, even if you feel better.

Do not take with aspirin, ibuprofen or other antiinflammatory medicines. These can make your condition worse.

Do not smoke cigarettes or drink alcohol. These cause irritation in your stomach and can increase the time it will take for ulcers to heal.

If you need to take an antacid, you should take it at least 1 hour before or 1 hour after this medicine. This medicine will not be as effective if taken at the same time as an antacid.

If you get black, tarry stools or vomit up what looks like coffee grounds, call your doctor or health care professional at once. You may have a bleeding ulcer.

What side effects may I notice from this medicine?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

agitation, nervousness
confusion
hallucinations
skin rash, itching

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

constipation
diarrhea
dizziness
headache

This list may not describe all possible side effects.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children.

Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Do not freeze. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.

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