Famopsin Tablets 20mg

Medicine Name: Famopsin Tablets 20mg

Famopsin Tablets Specification
Requires Prescription:
✅ Yes
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Composition (Generics)
Famotidine
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Used For
Acidity (gastric hyperacidity)
Stomach and duodenal ulcers (peptic ulcer disease)
Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome (excess acid production)
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How It Works
Famotidine is an H2-receptor antagonist that works by reducing stomach acid production, which helps relieve pain, heal ulcers, and prevent recurrence of acid-related conditions.
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Dosage
Famotidine (exact dose as prescribed by the physician depending on the condition and severity)
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Side Effects
Common:
Headache
Dizziness
Gastrointestinal issues: Diarrhea, constipation, nausea, vomiting, abdominal discomfort, dry mouth, anorexia
Fatigue, fever
Less Common/Rare:
Irregular or rapid heartbeat, palpitations
Muscle/joint pain, cramps
Sleep disturbances: insomnia, sleeplessness
Psychological symptoms: hallucinations, confusion, agitation, depression, anxiety
Neurological: tingling in fingers/toes, seizures (fits), taste disorders, decreased sex drive
Breathing issues due to airway narrowing
Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
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Drug Interactions
Famotidine may interact with:
Antifungals: Ketoconazole, Itraconazole
Antacids: Sucralfate
Blood thinners: Warfarin
CNS drugs: Diazepam, Theophylline, Phenytoin
Others: Probenecid, Propranolol, Aminopyrine, Antipyrine, Indocyanine, Atazanavir
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Indications
Famopsin is indicated to:
Treat gastric and duodenal ulcers
Prevent ulcer recurrence
Treat Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome
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Contraindications (When Not to Use)
Do not use Famopsin if:
You are allergic to famotidine or any inactive ingredients
Signs of an allergic reaction: shortness of breath, facial/tongue swelling, rash, itching
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Precautions
H. pylori Testing: In peptic ulcer cases, test for Helicobacter pylori. If positive, consider eradication therapy.
Renal Impairment: Famotidine is excreted via the kidneys. Dose adjustment is recommended if creatinine clearance <10 ml/min.
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Warnings
Do not stop the medication prematurely—even if symptoms improve—without doctor’s advice.
Avoid if you’ve had a reaction to other H2 blockers (cross-sensitivity possible).
Caution in renal disease—dose reduction may be needed.
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Additional Information
Pregnancy Category:
Always consult your physician before use.
Storage Required:
✅ Yes
Store at room temperature, away from heat and light.