Nocid Tablets 20Mg (1 Strip = 10 Tablets)

Requires Prescription (YES/NO)

Yes

Generics

Famotidine

Used For

Acidity & Ulcers

How it works

Famotidine works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach thereby reducing the pain and allowing the ulcer to heal.

Dosage

Famotidine

Side Effects

Headache • Dizziness • Diarrhoea, constipation, nausea, vomiting, abdominal discomfort, anorexia, dry mouth • Fever, fatigue • Irregular or rapid heart beat, palpitations • Muscle pain, cramps, painful joints • Hallucinations, confusion, agitation, depression, anxiety, inability to sleep, sleeplessness, tingling in the fingers or toes, decreased sex drive, fits • Breathing difficulties caused by narrowing of the airways • Ringing in the ears • Taste disorders

Drug Interactions

Ketoconazole , itraconazole , Probenecid , sucralfate , warfarin, theophylline, phenytoin, diazepam, propranolol, aminopyrine and antipyrine. Indocyanine , atazanavir.

Indication

They are used for: • Treat stomach and duodenal ulcer disease (also known as peptic ulcer) and stop ulcers coming back. • Treat Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome (rare condition caused by too much acid production in the stomach).

When not to Use

Do not take Famotidine if: • You have an allergy to famotidine or to any of the ingredients listed. Symptoms of an allergic reaction may include, shortness of breath, swelling of the tongue or face, skin rash and itchiness.

Precaution

In patients with duodenal ulcers and benign gastric ulcers the H. Pylori status should be determined. Wherever possible, patients with H. Pylori should undergo eradication therapy to eliminate the bacteria.

Warning 1

Do not stop taking your medicine because you are feeling better, unless advised to do so by your doctor.

Warning 2

Since cross sensitivity has been observed among H2-receptor antagonists, famotidine should not be administered to patients with a history of hypersensitivity to other drugs in this class.

Warning 3

Since famotidine is secreted mainly via the kidneys, caution should be exercised when treating patients with renal insufficiency. A reduction in the daily dose should be considered if creatinine clearance falls below 10 ml/min .

Pregnancy category

Always consult your physician before using any medicine.

Storage (YES/NO)

Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.