Famotidine is an H2 (histamine) blocker that is used for treating and preventing ulcers; treating and preventing heartburn associated with acid indigestion and sour stomach. It helps to reduce acid in the stomach by blocking histamine that stimulates the release of acid. It may also be administered to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), conditions that cause increased acid secretion, and esophagitis. Famotidine may be also administered to treat other conditions as determined by your physician.
You should not use Famotidine in case you are allergic to any ingredient in Famotidine or other acid reducers (H2 blockers).
In such case it is obligatory to consult with your doctor or health care provider before taking this medicine.
Before using Famotidine
Before using Famotidine you should tell your doctor if you have any medical conditions listed below: you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding a baby; you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement; you have allergies to medicines or other substances; you have kidney or liver problems.
Be aware that Famotidine may interact with some medicines. However, specific interactions with Famotidine are not known currently.
To prevent any complications you should check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How to use Famotidine
You should use Famotidine as recommended by your doctor with or without food. Drink a glass of water with this medicine. Famotidine should be taken at least 2 hours before or after taking cephalosporins (eg, cephalexin), itraconazole, or ketoconazole. Consult with your doctor before using Famotidine with other acid reducers (antacids).
In case you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next intake, skip the missed dose and take it according to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take double doses at once.
Important safety information
Famotidine usage may lead to dizziness. These effects may be worsening by taking alcohol or certain medicines. Prevent driving or performing any other possibly unsafe actions.
In case your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, consult with your physician.
Tell your doctor in case you have any signs of a bleeding ulcer, such as black, tarry stools or vomit that looks like coffee grounds.
If pain persists or you have to take for more than 2 weeks to treat heartburn symptoms, stop usage and consult with your doctor.
It is important to make some changes in your diet and lifestyle to help treat and prevent ulcers and other digestive problems. You should take up stress-reduction programs, exercise, and special diet.
Lab tests may be performed to monitor your progress or check for side effects while taking Famotidine. Follow all doctor and lab appointments strictly.
The elderly are likely to be more sensitive to Famotidine. Use it with caution in this group.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING
Do not use Famotidine while pregnancy or breast-feeding a baby. In such cases you should consult with you doctor and discuss the benefits and risks of using Famotidine.
Possible side effects of Famotidine
You should consult with your doctor in case you have any of side effects especially bothersome listed below: constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; headache.
Seek emergency in case you have any of these severe side effects: severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); bloody or black stools; convulsions (seizures); difficulty or pain upon swallowing.
What is the expiration date of the pills?
This information is mentioned on each blister. The expiration date is 2 years from the date of manufacture.
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