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Famotidine 20mg Tablets
SKU GME696Product Introduction
Famotidine 20mg is a histamine H2-receptor blocker used for acid-related conditions such as peptic ulcer disease and gastro-oesophageal reflux. It reduces acid production rather than neutralising acid already present.
How to use
Take with or without food on the scheduled regimen; bedtime administration is used for some ulcer schedules. Dose or interval adjustment may be needed when kidney function is reduced.
How it works
Blocking H2 receptors on gastric parietal cells reduces basal and stimulated stomach-acid secretion.
Side effects
Headache, dizziness, constipation or diarrhoea may occur.
Important information
Difficulty swallowing, gastrointestinal bleeding, persistent vomiting or unexplained weight loss requires assessment. Renal impairment can increase exposure and the risk of confusion or other adverse effects.
Uses
- Peptic ulcer disease
- gastro-oesophageal reflux and selected acid-hypersecretory conditions
Benefits
Reduces acid exposure to support ulcer healing and relieve acid-related symptoms.
Is famotidine an antacid?
No. It suppresses acid production; antacids neutralise existing acid.
Does it eradicate Helicobacter pylori?
No. Confirmed infection needs an appropriate eradication regimen.
Why might kidney disease change the schedule?
Reduced renal clearance can allow the medicine to accumulate.
Can continuous use become less effective?
Tolerance to acid suppression can develop with regular H2-blocker use.
What if swallowing becomes difficult?
Seek assessment rather than masking the symptom with acid treatment.
Does it work exactly like a proton-pump inhibitor?
No. The mechanisms and degree of acid suppression differ.
Can black tarry stool be treated by taking an extra tablet?
No. It may indicate gastrointestinal bleeding and needs urgent care.
Can it prevent every ulcer caused by NSAIDs?
No. Ulcer prevention should be selected according to individual gastrointestinal risk.
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