Famotidine

Overview

Famotidine was introduced in mid 1970s. Famotidine is a histamine H2 receptor blocker and inhibits secretion of gastric acid produced by histamine. itused to treat and prevent duodenal and peptic ulcers, zollinger-ellison syndrome (hypersecretion of HCl) to treat gastroesophageal reflux disorder (heart burn).

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Primary Characterstics

Indications

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Pharmacokinetics

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Contraindications

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Drug Interactions

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Side Effects

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Dosage

Famotidine's dosage details are as follows:
Dose Single Dose Frequency Route Instructions

Adult Dosage

20 mg20 (20)12 hourlyIV
20 to 40 mg30 (30)24 hourlyPOAt bedtime.

Paedriatic Dosage (20kg)

Safety not established

Neonatal Dosage (3kg)

Safety not established

High Risk Groups

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Warning / Precautions

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Storage Conditions

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Interference in Pathology

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Brands / Trade Names of Famotidine

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