Famotin (20 mg) (Famotidine) Drug Price and Information

Famotidine (Famotin (20 mg)) is a histamine (H2-receptor antagonist), prescribed for ulcer. It works by decreasing the amount of stomach acid.

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Famotin (20 mg) - US Vitamins Limited

Famotin (20 mg) Tablet Generic : Famotidine	₹ 12.90 20mg 10 Tablets

Price Updated on August 8, 2019

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Substitute/Alternative Medication to Famotin (20 mg)

Acidosh (20 mg) , Acidosh (40 mg) , Acilo (40 mg) , Acredin (40 mg) , Acredin tab (20 mg) , Acredin tab (40 mg) , Advantac (20 mg) , Advantac (40 mg) , Autidine (40 mg) , Avifam (20 mg)

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Drug information on Famotin (20 mg) from US Vitamins Limited

When is Famotin (20 mg) prescribed?

It is prescribed for -

⇨ Abdominal Pain

⇨ Acid Peptic Disease

⇨ Hiatus Hernia

⇨ Indigestion

⇨ Peptic Ulcer

⇨ Ulcerative Colitis

⇨ Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome

What should be the dose and frequency?

PO- Adult- The recommended dose is 40mg/day.
Child- The recommended dose is 0.5 mg/kg/day at bedtime.

What are the common side effects of Famotin (20 mg)

Body as a whole : Fever and fatigue.

Heart : Palpitations and abnormal heart beat.

Gastrointestinal : Vomiting, nausea, jaundice, elevated liver enzymes level, abdominal discomfort and dry mouth.

Blood : Decreased white blood cells and platelets count.

Hypersensitivity : Rash and swelling.

Musculoskeletal : Muscle cramps and muscle pain.

Central Nervous system : Confusion, seizures, hallucinations, depression, anxiety and sleep disorders.

Skin : Acne, dry and itchy skin.

Eye and ENT : Ringing in the ear and taste disorder.

How to use Famotin (20 mg)?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food. It also comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.

In which conditions should Famotin (20 mg) be avoided?

Hypersensitivity.

What are the Precautions needed with Famotin (20 mg)

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney or liver problems, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Are there any additional Precautions?

Avoid excess dosage.

At What Temperature Should it be Stored?

Store it at controlled room temperature and in an airtight container. Keep away from children.

Schedule : H Prescription drugs - Drugs to be sold only under the prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner.

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