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Famocer 20 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. The alternative uses of Famocer 20 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Famocer 20 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Famocer 20 Mg Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Famocer 20 Mg Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Famocer 20 Mg Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Famocer 20 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Famocer 20 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Famocer 20 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Famocer 20 Mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Famocer 20 Mg Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Famocer 20 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Famocer 20 Mg Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Famocer 20 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Famocer is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Famocer 20 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Famocer is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Famocer 20 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Famocer has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Famocer 20 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Famocer is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Famocer 20 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Famocer for the heart.
Famocer 20 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Famocer 20 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Famocer 20 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Famocer 20 Mg Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Famocer 20 Mg Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Famocer 20 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Famocer 20 Mg Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Famocer 20 Mg Tablet
Taking Famocer 20 Mg Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Famocer 20 Mg Tablet
Consuming Famocer 20 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Famocer cane cause dizziness. It is the common side effect of this drug but the exact cause of dizziness is unknown. However, if you experience excess dizziness after taking this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Famocer is used to treat gastritis. It helps by preventing the excess acid secretion in the stomach and relieve the gastritis symptoms like stomach pain, stomach inflammation, and acid reflux.
Long-term use of Famocer can cause vitamin B12 deficiency. Because it decreases the acid secretion in the stomach which is required for the absorption of vitamin B12. To stop this deficiency, your doctor may prescribe Famocer along with vitamin B12.
Yes, Famocer can be taken with omeprazole. They both work in different ways to reduce stomach acid production. If your symptoms are more severe then a combination of these two medicines will be beneficial. However, you must consult your doctor before taking these two medications together.
Rarely, Famocer causes nausea and vomiting. It is a known side effect of this drug. If it persists or becomes severe after taking this drug then discuss with your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Pepcid® (Famotidine)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 650
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 641-643
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Pepcid® (Famotidine)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 650
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 641-643