Famopsin Tablets SpecificationRequires Prescription (YES/NO)YesGenericsFamotidineUsed ForAcidity & UlcersHow it worksFamotidine works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach thereby reducing the pain and allowing the ulcer to heal.Famopsin Tablets Usage And SafetyDosageFamotidineSide EffectsHeadache ? Dizziness ? Diarrhoea, constipation, nausea, vomiting, abdominal discomfort, anorexia, dry mouth ? Fever, fatigue ? Irregular or rapid heart beat, palpitations ? Muscle pain, cramps, painful joints ? Hallucinations, confusion, agitation, depression, anxiety, inability to sleep, sleeplessness, tingling in the fingers or toes, decreased sex drive, fits ? Breathing difficulties caused by narrowing of the airways ? Ringing in the ears ? Taste disordersDrug InteractionsKetoconazole , itraconazole , Probenecid , sucralfate , warfarin, theophylline, phenytoin, diazepam, propranolol, aminopyrine and antipyrine. Indocyanine , atazanavir.IndicationThey are used for: ? Treat stomach and duodenal ulcer disease (also known as peptic ulcer) and stop ulcers coming back. ? Treat Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome (rare condition caused by too much acid production in the stomach).When not to UseDo not take Famotidine if: ? You have an allergy to famotidine or to any of the ingredients listed. Symptoms of an allergic reaction may include, shortness of breath, swelling of the tongue or face, skin rash and itchiness.Famopsin Tablets PrecautionsPrecautionIn patients with duodenal ulcers and benign gastric ulcers the H. Pylori status should be determined. Wherever possible, patients with H. Pylori should undergo eradication therapy to eliminate the bacteria.Famopsin Tablets WarningsWarning 1Do not stop taking your medicine because you are feeling better, unless advised to do so by your doctor.Warning 2Since cross sensitivity has been observed among H2-receptor antagonists, famotidine should not be administered to patients with a history of hypersensitivity to other drugs in this class.Warning 3Since famotidine is secreted mainly via the kidneys, caution should be exercised when treating patients with renal insufficiency. A reduction in the daily dose should be considered if creatinine clearance falls below 10 ml/min .Famopsin Tablets Additional InformationPregnancy categoryAlways consult your physician before using any medicine.Storage (YES/NO)Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.
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Famopsin Tablets SpecificationRequires Prescription (YES/NO)YesGenericsFamotidineUsed ForAcidity & UlcersHow it worksFamotidine works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach thereby reducing the pain and allowing the ulcer to heal.Famopsin Tablets Usage And SafetyDosageFamotidineSide EffectsHeadache ? Dizziness ? Diarrhoea, constipation, nausea, vomiting, abdominal discomfort, anorexia, dry mouth ? Fever, fatigue ? Irregular or rapid heart beat, palpitations ? Muscle pain, cramps, painful joints ? Hallucinations, confusion, agitation, depression, anxiety, inability to sleep, sleeplessness, tingling in the fingers or toes, decreased sex drive, fits ? Breathing difficulties caused by narrowing of the airways ? Ringing in the ears ? Taste disordersDrug InteractionsKetoconazole , itraconazole , Probenecid , sucralfate , warfarin, theophylline, phenytoin, diazepam, propranolol, aminopyrine and antipyrine. Indocyanine , atazanavir.IndicationThey are used for: ? Treat stomach and duodenal ulcer disease (also known as peptic ulcer) and stop ulcers coming back. ? Treat Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome (rare condition caused by too much acid production in the stomach).When not to UseDo not take Famotidine if: ? You have an allergy to famotidine or to any of the ingredients listed. Symptoms of an allergic reaction may include, shortness of breath, swelling of the tongue or face, skin rash and itchiness.Famopsin Tablets PrecautionsPrecautionIn patients with duodenal ulcers and benign gastric ulcers the H. Pylori status should be determined. Wherever possible, patients with H. Pylori should undergo eradication therapy to eliminate the bacteria.Famopsin Tablets WarningsWarning 1Do not stop taking your medicine because you are feeling better, unless advised to do so by your doctor.Warning 2Since cross sensitivity has been observed among H2-receptor antagonists, famotidine should not be administered to patients with a history of hypersensitivity to other drugs in this class.Warning 3Since famotidine is secreted mainly via the kidneys, caution should be exercised when treating patients with renal insufficiency. A reduction in the daily dose should be considered if creatinine clearance falls below 10 ml/min .Famopsin Tablets Additional InformationPregnancy categoryAlways consult your physician before using any medicine.Storage (YES/NO)Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.