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Famotidine is commonly used in the treatment of benign gastric and duodenal ulcer, gerd and zollinger-ellison syndrome.
Famotidine competitively inhibits histamine at H2-receptors of the gastric parietal cells thereby inhibiting gastric acid secretion.
Constipation, Diarrhea, Headache, Dizziness, Rash, Arrhythmia, Atrioventricular block, Palpitations, Tinnitus, Fatigue, Musculoskeletal pain
Generally, alcohol is one of the risk factors for gastric and duodenal ulcer. Hence, it is not advisable for patients to concurrently consume alcohol, even though on Famotidine.
Famotidine may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Both animal studies and human studies are inconclusive. More research is needed to explore its side effects. Please consult your doctor before using it.
Famotidine is excreted into breast milk in small amounts. However, there are inadequate data on its effect in the feeding baby probably safe to use during lactation. Please consult your doctor before using it.
Famotidine may cause side effects such as dizziness, headaches or tiredness, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.
Famotidine should be used with caution in patients with moderate to severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Famotidine may be needed. Please consult your doctor before using it.
The pharmacokinetics of Famotidine is not affected in patients with liver disease. Famotidine was shown to be well tolerated and effective in the treatment of gastric and duodenal ulcer associated with liver disease. However, please consult your doctor before using it.
