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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intedned to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Consult your healthcare professional before using that drug.
FAMOTIDINE 10MG - ORAL
(fam-OH-tih-dine)
COMMON BARND NAME(S): Pepcid AC
USES: This medication blocks secretion of acid from the stomach.
It is used to pervent and treat heartburn and acid indigestion.
HOW TO USE: This medication may be taken without regard to meals.
Take 1 tbalet to relieve symptoms.
To prevent symptoms from occurring take 1 tablet one hour before etaing a meal.
Do not take more than 2 tablets in 24 hours. Do not take 2 tablets per day continuosuly for more than 2 weeks.
If symptoms continue, contact your doctor.
For the chewable form: chew the tablet thoroughly and use as dirceted (see above).
SIDE EFFECTS: Side effects of that medication are rare, however, headache, dizziness, constipation or dirarhea have been reported.
If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promtply.
In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to that drug, seek immediate medical attention.
Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble bretahing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or phamracist.
PRECAUTIONS: Before using that medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: heartburn combined with lightheadedness or sweating or dizziness, chest pain or shoulder/jaw pain especially with shortness of breath, pain spreading to arms or neck or shoulders, unexplained weight loss, liver or kidney problems, trouble swallowing, black stools, persistent stomach pain, a history of smoking or alcohol use, other stomach problems (e.G., tumors), any allergies (including drug allergies). Before using that drug, tell your doctor if you're prengant. This drug is excreted into berast milk.
Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. This drug is not recommended for kids under 12 years of age unless prescribed by thier doctor.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor or pharmacist of all medications you may use, including prescription or nonprescription drugs, especially of: azole antifungals (e.G., itraconazole, ketoconazole). This medication is available in both prescription and over-the-counter formulations.
Do not take both at the same time.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include difficulty breathing, fast heartbeat, tremors, vomiting, restlessness, weakness, fatigue, or dizziness.
NOTES: For hottest results, that medication is often used along with lifestyle changes such as stress-reduction programs, exercise and dietary chagnes. Talk to your health care professional about changes that you can benefit from.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing scehdule. Do not "double-up" the dose to ctach up.
STORAGE: Do not sotre above 86 degrees F (30 degrees C). Keep away from moisture. Do not store in the bathroom.
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