Famotin Tablet (Famotidine)

Adult dose

1. Gastric, duodenal ulcers, anastomotic ulcers, upper gastrointestinal bleeding, gastroesophageal reflux disease, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome: 20 mg orally twice a day (after breakfast, after dinner, or at bedtime) or 40 mg orally once daily (at bedtime). In cases of upper gastrointestinal bleeding, treatment typically begins with injections and switches to oral administration once it is possible. 2. Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions (erosions, bleeding, redness, swelling) during acute exacerbations of acute gastritis and chronic gastritis.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. Individuals allergic to this drug or similar medications should not take it. Patients with a genetic condition that interferes with the breakdown of lactose should also avoid this medication. This medication should be used with caution in some patients. Individuals who have had a drug allergy in the past should take it cautiously. Patients with poor kidney function may experience increased drug concentration, so dosage should be reduced or the interval between doses should be extended. Patients with heart disease should be cautious due to possible cardiovascular side effects. Patients with compromised liver function should be careful as symptoms may worsen. Additionally, the elderly are at higher risk of decreased kidney function and should use this medication cautiously. This medication can cause severe side effects. Rarely, severe allergic reactions such as anaphylaxis may occur, so if any unusual symptoms appear during use, immediately discontinue and seek medical assistance. Regular blood tests are necessary as blood cell count may decrease. Severe rashes on the skin or mucosal damage may occur, and these symptoms should prompt immediate discontinuation of the medication. Liver dysfunction or jaundice symptoms may also arise, necessitating careful monitoring. Symptoms of muscle damage or heart rhythm abnormalities should be treated immediately if suspected. Neurological symptoms, such as decreased consciousness or seizures, may occur, requiring caution. Inflammation may develop in the kidneys or lungs, and if associated symptoms occur, medication should be discontinued immediately. Generally, when using this medication, it is important to closely monitor treatment progress and use only the minimum necessary dosage. This medication dissolves in the mouth but is not absorbed through the mucosa, so it should be swallowed with water. Patients undergoing dialysis should be cautious as specific phosphate binders may reduce its effectiveness when used together. This medication may interact with other drugs. In particular, when taken together with certain antifungals or specific anticancer drugs, the efficacy of this medication or the corresponding drug may decrease, so consultation with a physician is advised. Elderly patients may be at risk of increased drug concentration due to decreased kidney function, so dosage adjustments are necessary. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should use this medication only when the benefits outweigh the risks, and safety has not been fully verified. Nursing mothers are advised to discontinue breastfeeding as this medication may pass into breast milk. Safety of this medication in children has not been adequately established, so caution is advised in its use. Finally, this medication may mask the symptoms of stomach cancer, so it should only be used after malignant potential has been ruled out.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), difficulty breathing, shock, anaphylaxis, generalized flushing, angioedema (facial swelling, pharyngeal swelling), pancytopenia, agranulocytosis, aplastic anemia, hemolytic anemia, thrombocytopenia, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Lyell's syndrome, jaundice, liver dysfunction, rhabdomyolysis, QT prolongation, ventricular tachycardia, ventricular fibrillation, altered consciousness, seizures, interstitial nephritis, acute renal failure, interstitial pneumonia, failure to contract.

Mild side effects

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

Store this medication in a tightly sealed container that does not allow air to enter, at a temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Proper storage helps maintain the medication's effectiveness and prevents deterioration.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle, 1000 tablets/bottle