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Famotin 20 Mg Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Famotin 20 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Famotin 20 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Famotin 20 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Famotin 20 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Famotin 20 Mg Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Famotin 20 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Famotin 20 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Famotin 20 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Famotin 20 Mg Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Famotin 20 Mg Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Famotin 20 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Famotin 20 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Famotin is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Famotin 20 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Famotin is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Famotin 20 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Famotin rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Famotin 20 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Famotin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Famotin 20 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
You can take Famotin without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Famotin 20 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Famotin 20 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Famotin 20 Mg Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Famotin 20 Mg Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Famotin 20 Mg Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Famotin 20 Mg Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Famotin 20 Mg Tablet
Taking Famotin 20 Mg Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Famotin 20 Mg Tablet
Taking alcohol with Famotin 20 Mg Tablet can be dangerous.
Rarely, Famotin causes nausea and vomiting. It is a known side effect of this drug. If it persists or becomes severe after taking this drug then discuss with your doctor immediately.
No, Famotin is not an antacid. It belongs to the group of medicine called H2- receptor blocker which blocks the excess acid secretion in the stomach while antacid only neutralized the stomach acid by coating the stomach.
It is a prescription drug so do not take Famotin without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Famotin contain famotidine. It works blocking certain receptors in the stomach (H2 receptors) which prevents the excessive secretion of stomach acid from gastric parietal cells. Hence in this way, Famotin promotes healing of stomach ulcer and provides relief in acid reflux and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.
No, You can not stop/discontinue Famotin on your own, because it may cause rebound effects. Rebound effects mean that you may experience transient symptom if you suddenly stop taking medication. So, you must consult your doctor before stopping medication on your own.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Pepcid® (Famotidine)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 650
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 641-643
