Facid Information
Facid Benefits & Uses
Facid is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Facid Dosage & How to Take
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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Facid Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Facid is used -
Moderate
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Mild
- Headache
- Diarrhoea
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Facid Related Warnings
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Is the use of Facid safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Facid in pregnant women.
Safe -
Is the use of Facid safe during breastfeeding?
Facid does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
Safe -
What is the effect of Facid on the Kidneys?
Facid rarely harms the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Facid on the Liver?
Side effects of Facid rarely affect the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Facid on the Heart?
Using Facid does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Facid with Other Drugs
Facid should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Facid Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Facid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
- Smoking Addiction
- Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Frequently asked Questions about Facid
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Is this Facid habit forming or addictive?
Facid is not addictive in nature.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Facid as it does not make you drowsy.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Facid only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Facid is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
No
Facid Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Facid
It is safe to take Facid with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Facid
Consuming Facid with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Severe
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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
