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Famotin 20mg Tablet

Famotidine (20mg)

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Product Code: 235162
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Manufacturer: USV Ltd
Constituents

Famotidine (20mg)

Usage of Famotin 20mg Tablet

  • Treatment of Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)
  • Treatment of Peptic ulcer disease
  • Treatment of Heartburn

Description of Famotin 20mg Tablet

Famotin 20mg Tablet is also commonly prescribed to prevent stomach ulcers and heartburn caused due to the use of painkillers. It must be swallowed whole with water before or after a meal. The medicine must be taken in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. This medicine should relieve indigestion and heartburn within a few hours. If the symptoms persist or get worse even after 14 days of treatment, you should consult your doctor immediately. It is not recommended to take this medicine in severe stomach disease. You can help the medicine work better by eating smaller meals more often and avoiding spicy or oily foods.Most people who take Famotin 20mg Tablet do not have any side effects but the most common ones include headache, dizziness, drowsiness, diarrhea, and constipation. If you do get a side effect, it is usually mild and will go away when you stop taking this medicine or as you adjust to it. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects bother you or do not go away.Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Also, tell your doctor if you are taking other medications. This medicine is usually considered safe to take during pregnancy and breastfeeding if a doctor has prescribed it. Avoid drinking alcohol as this can increase the amount of acid in your stomach, and make your symptoms worse.

Possible Side-effects

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Famotin

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Diarrhea
  • Constipation

Unit

14 tablets

Manufacturer

USV Ltd

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How to use Famotin 20mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Famotin 20mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Medicine Works

Famotin 20mg Tablet is a histamine H2 receptor antagonist. It works by reducing the acid produced in the stomach. This helps to relieve acid-related indigestion and heartburn.

Related Warnings

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Famotin 20mg Tablet.

Famotin 20mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Famotin 20mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Famotin 20mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Famotin 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Famotin 20mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Famotin 20mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Famotin 20mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Expert Advice

  • Famotin 20mg Tablet is a well tolerated and safe medicine with a very low incidence of side effects.
  • Take it with or without food.
  • If you are also taking other medications to treat acidity (e.g., antacid), take them 2 hours before or after taking Famotin 20mg Tablet.
  • Avoid taking soft drinks, citrus fruits like orange and lemon, which can irritate the stomach and increase acid secretion.
  • Inform your doctor if you do not feel better after taking Famotin 20mg Tablet for 2 weeks as you may be suffering from some other problems.
  • Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney disease as dose of your medicine may need to be adjusted.
  • Do not stop taking the medication without talking to your doctor. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • Can I take Famotin 20mg Tablet empty stomach?

    Famotin 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. It can be taken once daily before bedtime or twice daily in the morning and before bedtime, as recommended.

  • How long does it take for Famotin 20mg Tablet to start working?

    Famotin 20mg Tablet starts working as fast as within 15 minutes from when it is given. Its effect is seen to last all day or all night.

  • What is the difference between Famotin 20mg Tablet and Omeprazole?

    Famotin 20mg Tablet and Omeprazole belong to different groups of medicines. While Famotin 20mg Tablet belongs to histamine H2 antagonists group, Omeprazole belongs to proton pump inhibitors group. Both these medicines work by reducing the amount of acid made by the stomach, to relieve the symptoms and allow healing.

  • What are the serious side effects of Famotin 20mg Tablet?

    Famotin 20mg Tablet may have some serious side effects, but these are rare. These side effects may include hives, skin rash, itching, hoarseness and difficulty in breathing or swallowing. Another serious symptom may be swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, eyes, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs. Inform your doctor in case you notice any of the mentioned symptoms.

  • What are the dos and don’ts while taking Famotin 20mg Tablet?

    Avoid taking aspirin and other painkillers used to treat arthritis, period pain or headache. These medicines may irritate the stomach and make your condition worse. Contact your doctor who may suggest other medicines. Avoid coffee, tea, cocoa and cola drinks because these contain ingredients that may irritate your stomach. Eat smaller, more frequent meals. Eat slowly and chew your food carefully. Try not to rush at meal times. You should stop or cut down on smoking.

  • Is Famotin 20mg Tablet safe for long-term use?

    There is limited data available on whether Famotin 20mg Tablet can be used for a long term or not, but it is a relatively safe medicine. You should take it for the duration advised by your doctor. Do not take over-the-counter Famotin 20mg Tablet for longer than 2 weeks unless advised by your doctor.

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