Famowal 20 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Famowal 20 Tablet Information

Famowal 20 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Famowal 20 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Famowal 20 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Famowal 20 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Famowal 20 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Famowal 20 Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Famowal 20 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Famowal 20 Tablet related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Famowal 20 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Famowal 20 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Famowal 20 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Famowal Benefits & Uses
Famowal Dosage & How to Take
Famowal Side Effects
Famowal Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Famowal with Other Drugs
Famowal Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Famowal
Famowal Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Famowal 20 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Famowal 20 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Peptic Ulcer (Read More - Gentle and Natural: Best Home Remedies for Stomach Ulcers)

Other Benefits

Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
GERD
Heartburn (Read More - Home Remedies for Heartburn: Natural Ways to Alleviate Discomfort)
Zollinger Ellison syndrome
Stomach Gas
Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
Abdominal pain during pregnancy
Indigestion during pregnancy
Acidity during pregnancy

Famowal 20 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Acidity Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: Above 1 years old can take

Famowal 20 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Famowal 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Famowal safely.

Safe
Is the use of Famowal 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Famowal does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Famowal 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Famowal may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Famowal 20 Tablet on the Liver?

Famowal is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Famowal 20 Tablet on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Famowal for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Famowal 20 Tablet with Other Drugs

Famowal 20 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Atazanavir

Moderate

Gefitinib

Formoterol,Budesonide

Emtricitabine,Tenofovir,Efavirenz

Citalopram

Famowal 20 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Famowal 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Smoking Addiction
Phenylketonuria (PKU)

Frequently asked Questions about Famowal 20 Tablet

Is this Famowal 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Famowal 20 Tablet has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Famowal 20 Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Famowal 20 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Famowal 20 Tablet for mental disorders.

No

Famowal 20 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Famowal 20 Tablet

You can take Famowal 20 Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Famowal 20 Tablet

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Famowal 20 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Famowal 20 Tablet

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Famowal be used to treat gastritis?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Famowal is used to treat gastritis. It helps by preventing the excess acid secretion in the stomach and relieve the gastritis symptoms like stomach pain, stomach inflammation, and acid reflux.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Famowal with omeprazole?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Famowal can be taken with omeprazole. They both work in different ways to reduce stomach acid production. If your symptoms are more severe then a combination of these two medicines will be beneficial. However, you must consult your doctor before taking these two medications together.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Famowal on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

No, You can not stop/discontinue Famowal 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Why Famowal is given along with vitamin B 12?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Long-term use of Famowal can cause vitamin B12 deficiency. Because it decreases the acid secretion in the stomach which is required for the absorption of vitamin B12. To stop this deficiency, your doctor may prescribe Famowal along with vitamin B12.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Famowal an antacid?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, Famowal 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.