Pavispamotidine Tablet (Famotidine)

Adult dose

1. For gastric and duodenal ulcers, anastomotic ulcers, upper gastrointestinal bleeding, gastroesophageal reflux disease, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome: 20mg orally twice a day (after breakfast and after dinner or at bedtime) or 40mg orally once a day (at bedtime). In cases of upper gastrointestinal bleeding, treatment usually begins with parenteral administration, which is then switched to oral when possible. 2. For acute exacerbation of acute gastritis and chronic gastritis: 10mg orally twice a day (after breakfast and after dinner or at bedtime)

This medication should not be used in patients who are allergic to specific components or have genetic lactose-related disorders. Patients with a history of allergic reactions to the drug, those with kidney or liver function issues, heart patients, and the elderly should use this medication with caution. While taking this medication, there is a chance of experiencing shock or severe allergic reactions, so if any unusual symptoms occur, immediately discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional. There may be blood-related conditions or severe skin reactions, necessitating regular blood tests and monitoring of symptoms. Serious side effects, such as liver function abnormalities, muscle problems, cardiac rhythm disorders, decreased consciousness, and kidney issues, may rarely occur; thus, if symptoms arise, promptly inform a healthcare provider. This medication dissolves in the mouth but is not directly absorbed in the oral cavity, so it must be swallowed with water, and patients on dialysis should be cautious when taking this medication with phosphate compounds. There may be drug interactions, especially when taking antifungal agents or certain chemotherapy drugs, so be sure to inform a healthcare professional. The elderly may experience decreased kidney function, requiring dose adjustments or administration intervals. Women who are pregnant or potentially pregnant should carefully consider the benefits and risks of this medication, and breastfeeding women are advised to discontinue breastfeeding. The safety in children has not been sufficiently established, so caution is advised for use. This medication should be placed on the tongue and swallowed after dissolving in saliva; care should be taken not to take it without water while lying down. Lastly, this medication may mask symptoms of stomach cancer; therefore, it should only be used after confirming it is not cancer.

Serious side effects

Hives, swelling (facial swelling, pharyngeal swelling, etc.), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor (hypersensitivity, anaphylaxis, angioedema), severe rash with high fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in oral/pharyngeal mucosa (Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Lyell syndrome), yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy (liver dysfunction, jaundice), sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures,

Mild side effects

• Constipation
• diarrhea
• soft stools
• dry mouth
• nausea
• vomiting
• abdominal bloating
• loss of appetite
• stomatitis
• increased blood pressure

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air exposure. It is best to maintain storage temperatures between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Light green round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle