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Famocid 40mg Strip Of 14 Tablets

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14 Tablet(s) in Strip
MRP 10.50
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Famocid 40 MG Description

Famocid 40 tablet is an antacid medication used to treat stomach and intestinal ulcers, heartburn, indigestion and gastroesophageal reflux disease. It contains famotidine as an active ingredient that blocks the secretion of gastric acid thus reducing the amount of acid in the stomach.

Famocid 40 works best when taken on an empty stomach. Take Famocid 40 tablet as advised by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. You should also be watchful for which are the foods and beverages that seem to induce acidity related problems.

Try to consume smaller and more frequent meals, avoid consumption of alcohol and drink plenty of water. For more customised dietary modifications reach out to your doctor or nutritionist. Famtac tablet, Fm tablet, and Famonext tablet also have famotidine as an active ingredient.

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Product Summary

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ContainsFamotidine(40.0 Mg)
UsesGERD, peptic ulcers, heartburn
Side effectsHeadache, dizziness, constipation, irregular heart rhythm
TherapyANTACID
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uses

Uses of Famocid 40 MG

Famocid 40 tablet is used to treat peptic ulcers in the stomach and intestine and to treat abnormal acid production in the stomach.
contraindications

Contraindications of Famocid 40 MG

If you are allergic to famotidine or any other ingredients of Famocid 40mg tablet.
sideEffects

Side effects of Famocid 40 MG

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Diarrhoea
  • Constipation
precautionsAndWarnings

Precautions and Warnings of Famocid 40 MG

pregnancy

Pregnancy

Q:
Can I take Famocid 40mg tablet during pregnancy?
A:
There is little information on the use of Famocid 40mg tablet during pregnancy. Avoid unless it is prescribed by the doctor.
breastfeeding

Breast Feeding

Q:
Can I take Famocid 40mg tablet while breastfeeding?
A:
Please consult your doctor before using the Famocid 40mg tablet while breastfeeding as there is limited safety data available.
driving

Driving

Q:
Can I drive after consuming Famocid 40mg tablet?
A:
Famocid 40mg tablet may cause dizziness or drowsiness, headache or confusion. If you feel such symptoms, avoid driving or operating machines.
alcohol

Alcohol

Q:
Can I consume alcohol while taking Famocid 40mg tablet?
A:
There is limited information available on the interactions of Famocid 40mg tablet when taken with alcohol. Consult the doctor for further information, if you consume it often.
otherGeneralWarnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You are elderly with kidney problems, may develop symptoms like confusion, hallucinations, fits or altered mental state, laziness, etc.
  • You have kidney problems, the doctor may adjust the dose.
  • You may suffer from stomach cancer.
directionsForUse

Directions for Use of Famocid 40 MG

Famocid 40mg tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water, do not cut, break or chew the medicine. It can be taken with or without food. It would be b...
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storageAndDisposal

Storage and disposal of Famocid 40 MG

  • Store Famocid 40 tablets below 25°C.
  • Keep it in the original container, away from children and pets.
quickTips

Quick Tips of Famocid 40 MG

  • Famocid 40 tablet is a prescription medication used to treat stomach and intestinal ulcers, heartburn, hyperacidity, indigestion, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The active ingredient in i...
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  • To control your acidity, you must incorporate certain lifestyle changes in addition to Famocid 40 tablet. You should eat less oily and spicy foods, stop drinking and smoking, and so on.
  • You must eat smaller meals more frequently throughout the day and avoid lying down for at least one hour after eating. Wear loose-fitting clothing to avoid abdominal pressure.
  • Famocid 40 tablet may interact with other medications, resulting in a different response to treatment. Please notify your doctor if you are receiving any other treatments, OTC medications, or herbal s...
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  • Some of the side effects of this medication include headache, itching, rashes, and fever. These symptoms, however, are usually mild and resolve on their own. Furthermore, not everyone must go through ...
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dosage

Dosage of Famocid 40 MG

Overdose

Symptoms of an overdose are constipation, diarrhoea, headache, dizziness, etc. If you have taken too much of Famocid 40mg tablet, contact the doctor or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed taking a dose of Famocid 40mg tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with the regular dosing schedule. Avoid taki...
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modeOfAction

Mode of Action of Famocid 40 MG

How Does It Work?

Famocid 40mg tablet reduces the amount of acid produced in the stomach. The stomach produces acid to digest food. Excess production of acid leads to acidity, heartburn and ulcers. Famocid tablet block...
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interactions

Interactions of Famocid 40 MG

Interactions with other medicines

  • Famocid 40mg tablet interact with other medicines and produce an altered response. Inform the doctor if you are using other medicines, over-the-counter medicines (that you buy without a prescription) ...
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  • If you are taking medicines for cancer, fungal infections like ketoconazole, anti-hypertensive medicines, anti-HIV medicines, etc.
  • Concomitant use of blood thinners like warfarin and anti-epileptic medicines like phenytoin, along with the medicine requires close monitoring, as it alters the effects of the medicines.
  • Other medicines that must be used with caution are medicines for brain-related disorders, respiratory problems like theophylline, immunosuppressants like cyclosporin, etc.

Content Details

WRITTEN BY
doctor

Dr. Mansi Savla

B. Pharm, PharmD

REVIEWED BY
doctor

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Q: What is acid reflux?

A: It is a valve-like structure called the sphincter between the food pipe and stomach. The valve prevents the acid and the food in the stomach from coming back into the food pipe. When the valve is weak or damaged, acid starts entering the stomach causing, heartburn, difficulty in swallowing, food regurgitation.

Q: Changing lifestyle habits can help to reduce acidity?

A: Yes, certain lifestyle changes help to reduce acidity problems like maintaining a healthy weight, avoid lying down after meals and sitting for long hours, doing regular exercise, taking proper sleep, avoid staying up late at night, eating smaller meals, reduce smoking if you have a smoking habit as smoking induce stomach ulcer, avoid sugary and processed food, meat, sodas, alcohol, fried food, etc.

Q: What is the use of Famocid 40mg tablet?

A: Famocid 40mg tablet is an antacid medicine, used to treat excess acid production, heartburn and stomach ulcers.

Q: When should I take the Famocid 40, before or after food?

A: Take it exactly as told by your doctor. It should preferably be taken after having your meal.

Q: Is Famotidine and Famocid 40 same?

A: Yes, Famocid contains famotidine as its active ingredient.

Q: Famocid 40 vs Pan 40 Which one is the better medicine for acidity?

A: Famocid 40 contains famotidine as an active ingredient that blocks the secretion of gastric acid, thus reducing the amount of acid in the stomach. The Pan 40 tablet contains pantoprazole as an active ingredient. Both the medicines are used to treat acidity and heartburn based on the cause and severity of your condition. Do not self medicate, you should only take the medicine prescribed by your doctor.

Q: What is Famocid 40 tablet used for?

A: Famocid 40 is used to treat acidity related disorders like the stomach and intestinal ulcers, acid reflux disease and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome (a tumour in the pancreas, which causes oversecretion of stomach acids).

Q: Does Tab Famocid 40 cause constipation?

A: You may experience constipation while on treatment with Famocid 40 mg. However, not everyone experiences this side effect.
Last Updated on: 29 May 2023 | 2:07 PM (IST)

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