Famotidine: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Famotidine Benefits

Famotidine 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

Famotidine 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

Famotidine Side Effects

No side effects of Famotidine have been reported in the medical literature. However, you should always consult your doctor before using Famotidine.

Famotidine Related Warnings

Is the use of Famotidine safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Famotidine without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Famotidine safe during breastfeeding?

Famotidine is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Famotidine on the Kidneys?

Side effects of Famotidine rarely affect the kidney.

Mild
What is the effect of Famotidine on the Liver?

Famotidine may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Famotidine on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Famotidine for heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Famotidine with Other Drugs

Famotidine 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

Famotidine Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Smoking Addiction
Phenylketonuria (PKU)

Frequently asked Questions about Famotidine

Question about 5 years ago

Can Famotidine cause nausea and vomiting?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Rarely, Famotidine 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Why Famotidine is given along with vitamin B 12?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Long-term use of Famotidine 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 Famotidine along with vitamin B12.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Famotidine cause constipation?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Famotidine may cause constipation in patients who are taking this drug but the frequency of incident is not known. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Famotidine work?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Famotidine 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, Famotidine promotes healing of stomach ulcer and provides relief in acid reflux and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.