Facid 20 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Facid 20 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Peptic Ulcer (Read More - Gentle and Natural: Best Home Remedies for Stomach Ulcers)

Other Benefits

Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
GERD
Heartburn (Read More - Home Remedies for Heartburn: Natural Ways to Alleviate Discomfort)
Zollinger Ellison syndrome
Stomach Gas
Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
Abdominal pain during pregnancy
Indigestion during pregnancy

Facid 20 Tablet 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	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: Above 1 years old can take

Facid 20 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Facid 20 Tablet 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 20 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Facid 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Facid in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Facid 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Facid does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Facid 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Facid rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Facid 20 Tablet on the Liver?

Side effects of Facid rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Facid 20 Tablet on the Heart?

Using Facid does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Facid 20 Tablet with Other Drugs

Facid 20 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Atazanavir

Moderate

Gefitinib

Formoterol,Budesonide

Emtricitabine,Tenofovir,Efavirenz

Citalopram

Facid 20 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Facid 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Smoking Addiction
Phenylketonuria (PKU)

Frequently asked Questions about Facid 20 Tablet

Is this Facid 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Facid 20 Tablet 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 20 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Facid 20 Tablet only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Facid 20 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Facid 20 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Facid 20 Tablet

It is safe to take Facid 20 Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Facid 20 Tablet

Consuming Facid 20 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe