Famotidine

Generic: FAMOTIDINE

Over-the-Counter DrugORAL

Drug Information

Brand Name
Famotidine
Generic Name
FAMOTIDINE
Manufacturer
Bi-Mart
Product Type
Over-the-Counter Drug
Route
ORAL
Application Number
140440fb-d420-490d-8d7d-4b01c8ed3a83

Pharmacological Class

Histamine-2 Receptor Antagonist [EPC]

Active Ingredients

Indications & Usage

Uses relieves heartburn associated with acid indigestion and sour stomach prevents heartburn associated with acid indigestion and sour stomach brought on by eating or drinking certain food and beverages

Warnings

Warnings Allergy alert: Do not use if you are allergic to famotidine or other acid reducers. Do not use with other acid reducers if you have trouble or pain swallowing food, vomiting with blood, or bloody or black stools. These may be signs of a serious condition. See your doctor. Ask a doctor before use if you have had heartburn over 3 months. This may be a sign of a more serious condition. heartburn with lightheadedness, sweating, or dizziness chest pain or shoulder pain with shortness of brea...

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Warnings Allergy alert: Do not use if you are allergic to famotidine or other acid reducers. Do not use with other acid reducers if you have trouble or pain swallowing food, vomiting with blood, or bloody or black stools. These may be signs of a serious condition. See your doctor. Ask a doctor before use if you have had heartburn over 3 months. This may be a sign of a more serious condition. heartburn with lightheadedness, sweating, or dizziness chest pain or shoulder pain with shortness of breath; sweating; pain spreading to arms, neck or shoulders; or lightheadedness frequent wheezing, particularly with heartburn frequent chest pain unexplained weight loss nausea or vomiting stomach pain kidney disease Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug. Acid reducers may interact with certain prescription drugs. Stop use and ask a doctor if your heartburn continues or worsens you need to take this product for more than 14 days If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.

Adverse Reactions

No specific warnings reported by FDA for this product.

Medical Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a licensed healthcare provider before making any decisions about your medications. Data sourced from openFDA.

Famotidine - Side Effects, Warnings, Uses | FDA Drug Database