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Famowal is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Famowal also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Famowal depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Famowal side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Famowal go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Famowal is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Famowal related warnings talks about Famowal's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Famowal are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Famowal have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Famowal is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Famowal 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 Famowal is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Famowal safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Famowal safely.
Is the use of Famowal safe during breastfeeding?
Famowal does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Famowal on the Kidneys?
Famowal may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Famowal on the Liver?
Famowal is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Famowal on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Famowal for the heart.
Famowal 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 Famowal unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Famowal habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Famowal 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 Famowal since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Famowal should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Famowal for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Famowal
You can take Famowal with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Famowal
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Famowal as it can have severe side effects.
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