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Famotidine
Generic Name : The generic name the medicine is famotidine. It is an ant ulcer drug belongs to the histamine receptor –2 (H2) blocker class. H-2 receptors are located on cell membranes of stomach cell and secrets gastric acid. Famotidine blocks these receptors consequently the acid will not be secreted and will allow the ulcer to heal. Famotidine is used for preventing and teatment of gastric and intestinal ulcer. Famotidine is also used for treating GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease).
Famotidine can also be used for treating Zollinger Ellison syndrome and hyperacidity. Famotidine is not approved for use in animals, but is being prescribed legally by veterinarians. It is available in 10 mg, 20 mg, 40 mg tablets, 50 mg oral powder and 5 ml oral suspension.
Precautions:
- If you are allergic to famotidine or any other medicine of this class, you should not take famotidine.
- If you have or had asthma, inform your doctor as you may be at higher risk.
- If you have a liver or kidney problem, inform your doctor before taking famotidine.
- Famotdine when taken with certain other drugs may change the effect of the medicine. If you are taking any other drug whether prescribed or non-prescribed, food supplement or herbal drug, you should consult your doctor before taking famotidine.
- If you are pregnant or plan to pregnant, you should consult your doctor as famotidine is FDA pregnancy B class medicine.
Warning:
- You should avoid driving and operation of heavy machineries after taking famotidine, as it may cause dizziness.
- Avoid alcohol caffeine, as these may worsen the ulcer.
- Do not stop medicine, without completing the course as directed by your doctor.
- Avoid cigarette smoking.
- You should avoid going to bed immediately after taking your meal.
- You should control your weight.
- If you are a nursing mother, you should avoid breast-feeding as famotidine may appear in breast-milk or consult your doctor.
- Do not take famotidine for more than 2 week, if you have taken the medicine from over the counter.
Overdose:
- The dose of famotidine should be exactly taken as prescribed by the doctor.
- If you suspect an overdose of famotidine, you should seek immediate medical help.
Side Effects:
- The side effects of famotidine may vary from person to person.
- The most common side effect is headache , dizziness and diarrhea.
- The more severe side effects of famotidine may include allergic reactions (swelling of face, lip, throat and difficulty in respiration). If you observe these allergic reactions you should contact immediately to your doctor.
- Rare side effects include fever, skin rashes, depression, hives, hallucinations, decreased sex drive, fatigue, swelling in face, irregular heart beats, loss of appetite, yellowness in skin and eyes, constipation, dry mouth, , vomiting and anxiety.
- Some other side effects may also occur. In all such cases you should consult your doctor.
How to take:
- You should take the medicine in appropriate doses as prescribed by the doctor.
- The tablet should be taken with full glass of water. Swallow the medicine as a whole; do not cut or chew the medicine.
- Oral solution should be measured with measuring spoon and should be taken with a full glass of water. Try to take the medicine at the same time daily.
- The medicine should be taken at bedtime or as prescribed by the doctor.
- If you missed a dose, take the medicine as soon as you remember. If it is time to take next dose, take only a single dose. You should not take double dose.
- You should not stop famotidine even if you are feeling good, with out consulting your doctor.
How to store:
- Famotidine should be stored at room temperature preferably below 30 degree centigrade and out of reach of children.
- Medicine should be kept out of excessive heat and moisture.
- Outdated medicines should not be used.
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