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FAMOTID 20 MG

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Short Description

FAMOTID 20 MG is a histamine H2 receptor antagonist used to treat ulcers, GERD, and acid-related stomach issues.

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FAMOTID 20 MG Drug International Ltd. FEMOTIDINE 20 mg TABLET 3
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Description

• রেজিস্টার্ড চিকিৎসকের পরামর্শ মোতাবেক ঔষধ সেবন করুন

Indications:

  • Gastric and duodenal ulcers

  • Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

  • Zollinger-Ellison syndrome

  • Heartburn and acid indigestion

  • Prevention of ulcer recurrence

Pharmacology:
Famotidine is a competitive histamine H2 receptor antagonist. It inhibits basal and stimulated gastric acid secretion by blocking H2 receptors on the parietal cells in the stomach lining. It reduces both the volume and acidity of gastric secretions.

Dosage:

  • For ulcers: 20 mg twice daily or 40 mg once at bedtime

  • GERD: 20 mg twice daily for up to 6 weeks

  • Zollinger-Ellison syndrome: Initial dose 20 mg every 6 hours; may be adjusted

  • Dose should be adjusted in patients with renal impairment

Administration:

  • Oral administration, with or without food

  • Swallow whole with water

  • Best taken at bedtime for ulcer healing

Interaction:

  • May affect absorption of drugs dependent on gastric pH (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole)

  • No significant interactions with antacids

  • May alter the efficacy of atazanavir and certain antifungal medications

Contraindications:

  • Hypersensitivity to Famotidine or other H2-receptor antagonists

  • Caution in patients with renal dysfunction

Side Effects:

  • Common: Headache, constipation, diarrhea, dizziness

  • Rare: Bradycardia, confusion (especially in elderly), hepatitis, arrhythmias

  • Long-term use may lead to vitamin B12 deficiency

Pregnancy & Lactation:

  • Pregnancy category B: No proven risk in humans

  • Use with caution during breastfeeding as it may be excreted in breast milk

Precautions & Warnings:

  • Evaluate for malignancy in gastric ulcer cases before starting therapy

  • Monitor renal function in long-term use

  • Use cautiously in elderly patients

  • Avoid abrupt discontinuation after long-term therapy

Therapeutic Class:
H2-Receptor Antagonist

Storage Conditions:
Store in a cool, dry place below 30°C. Protect from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.