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Tobur, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Tobur also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Tobur. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Tobur as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Tobur are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Tobur's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. In addition, Tobur's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Tobur related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Tobur are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Tobur have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Tobur is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Tobur 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 Tobur is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Tobur safe for pregnant women?
Tobur is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Tobur safe during breastfeeding?
Tobur does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Tobur on the Kidneys?
Tobur rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Tobur on the Liver?
Tobur is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Tobur on the Heart?
Tobur is completely safe for the heart.
Tobur 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 Tobur unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tobur habit forming or addictive?
Tobur does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Tobur as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Tobur only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Tobur for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tobur
Taking Tobur with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tobur
Taking Tobur with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Tobur contain famotidine. It works blocking certain receptors in the stomach (H2 receptors) which prevents the excessive secretion of stomach acid from gastric parietal cells. Hence in this way, Tobur promotes healing of stomach ulcer and provides relief in acid reflux and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.
No, taking Tobur does not raise blood pressure. However, if you are experiencing fluctuations in blood pressure while taking this drug. Do not delay, inform your doctor immediately.
No, You can not stop/discontinue Tobur on your own, because it may cause rebound effects. Rebound effects mean that you may experience transient symptom if you suddenly stop taking medication. So, you must consult your doctor before stopping medication on your own.
Long-term use of Tobur 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 Tobur along with vitamin B12.
Tobur is a brand name of famotidine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drug called antihistamine (H2 receptor blocker). It inhibits the acid production in the stomach. It is used to treat a number of stomach problems such as gastroesophageal reflux disease, peptic ulcer disease, and Zollinger–Ellison syndrome.
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
