| What is Famotidine?
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Famotidine is prescribed for the short-term treatment of active duodenal ulcer
and for an active benign gastric ulcer. |
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| Are there any side effects associated with Famotidine?
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Famotidine side effects may include headache.
If the side effects continue or are bothersome, check with
your doctor. Less common or rare Famotidine side effects may include
abdominal discomfort, acne, agitation, altered taste, anxiety, breast development in males, changes in behavior, confusion, constipation, decreased sex drive, depression, diarrhea, difficulty sleeping, dizziness, dry mouth, dry skin, facial swelling due to fluid retention, fatigue, fever, flushing, grand mal seizures, hair loss, hallucinations, hives, impotence, irregular heartbeat, itching, loss of appetite, muscle, bone, or joint pain, nausea, pounding heartbeat, prickling, tingling, or pins and needles, rash, ringing in ears, severe allergic reaction, sleepiness, vomiting, weakness, wheezing,
and yellow eyes and skin. |
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| How is Famotidine taken?
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Follow the directions for taking Famotidine provided by your doctor. It may take several days for
Famotidine to begin relieving stomach pain. You can use antacids for the pain at the same time you take
Famotidine. If you are taking Famotidine suspension, shake it vigorously for 5 to 10 seconds before use.
If you miss a dose take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule.
Do not take
two doses at once. |
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| Are there any effects of taking Famotidine with other medications?
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Some medicines may interact with Famotidine. Inform your doctor of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking.
It is especially important that you check with your doctor before combining
Famotidine with itraconazole or ketoconazole. |
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| How should I store Famotidine?
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Store Famotidine at room temperature in a tightly closed container, away from heat and light. |
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