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Famotidine

Generic: FAMOTIDINE

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Basic Information
Manufacturer
FAMILY DOLLAR
Product Type
HUMAN OTC DRUG
Route of Administration
ORAL
FDA Set ID
99698eea-6bf1-42e8-9f48-d58fc0437324
Purpose
Purpose Acid reducer
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 • 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.

• with other acid reducers 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 chest pain • frequent wheezing, particularly with heartburn • 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 right away.

(1-800-222-1222)