Generic Name - Famotidine
Category - Antiulcer agent
Indications
Ulcer, Gastroesophageal reflux disease
Generic Famotidine is indicated for the prevention and treatment of ulcers in the stomach and intestines. Famotidine is also used in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease(GERD), a condition in which backward flow of acid from the stomach causes heartburn and injury of the esophagus. Generic Famotidine works by blocking histamine (H2) receptors that are present on cells in the stomach lining.
Generic for Famotidine Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Famotidine is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Famotidine should not be taken by patients who have history of following ailment conditions
Portal systemic encephalopathy
Renal impairment
There are a number of medications that will interact with Generic Famotidine. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following
Antacids
Lithium
Generic for Famotidine Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericFamotidine
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Famotidine for duodenal ulcer is 40 milligrams or 5 milliliters (1 teaspoonful) once a day at bedtime. The normal maintenance dose after the ulcer has healed is 20 milligrams or 2.5 milliliters (half a teaspoonful) once a day at bedtime.
Generic for Famotidine Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Famotidine side Effects include confusion,
hallucinations, skin rash and itching.
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Famotidine.
Generic for Famotidine and Pregnancy
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Famotidine in pregnant women have not been established. Consult your doctor before taking this medication, if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Generic for Famotidine and Breastfeeding
Generic Famotidine passes into breast milk and may cause unwanted effects in nursing babies. Breastfeeding mothers should consult doctor before taking this medication.
Generic for Famotidine and Pediatric
Generic Famotidine have been tested in children and is not found to cause different side effects or problems than it does in adults.
Generic for Famotidine and Geriatric
Confusion and dizziness may be especially likely to occur in elderly patients who are usually more sensitive than younger patients.
Note
The above information about Generic Famotidine serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.
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