Pamorin Tablet (Famotidine)

Adult dose

Gastric and 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 a day (at bedtime). Upper gastrointestinal bleeding is usually initiated with injectable treatment, and once oral administration becomes possible, it is switched to oral administration. Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions (acute gastritis, acute exacerbation of chronic gastritis):

This medication should not be used by anyone who has had an allergic reaction to this drug's ingredients or other H2 receptor antagonists. It contains lactose, so individuals with genetic issues such as galactose intolerance, lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption should also avoid it. Patients with a history of allergic reactions, poor kidney function, heart disease, liver dysfunction, and the elderly should exercise special caution when using this drug. During the use of this medication, serious side effects may occur; therefore, it is important to consult a doctor immediately if you experience dizziness, rash, difficulty in breathing, hematological symptoms, or abnormalities in the skin or mucous membranes. Additionally, symptoms such as liver dysfunction, myalgia, arrhythmias, altered consciousness, kidney issues, and pneumonia symptoms may occur, so symptoms should be monitored carefully. This drug dissolves in the mouth but is not absorbed through the oral mucosa, so it is advisable to swallow it using water or saliva. Patients undergoing hemodialysis may have interactions with this drug and other medications, so they should consult a doctor. There may also be interactions with other drugs; caution is especially necessary when taking antifungal agents or specific anticancer drugs. The elderly may have impaired kidney function, resulting in increased drug concentration, so dosage adjustments or increased intervals between doses may be necessary. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should use this medication only if the benefits outweigh the risks, and breastfeeding mothers are advised to discontinue breastfeeding while using this drug. For children, the safety of this drug has not been sufficiently established, so its use should be avoided. Finally, this medication may mask symptoms of gastric cancer, so it should only be used after confirming that it is not a malignant disease.

Serious side effects

• Shock
• anaphylaxis
• respiratory distress
• generalized flushing
• angioedema
• urticaria
• pancytopenia
• agranulocytosis
• aplastic anemia
• hemolytic anemia

Mild side effects

• Constipation
• diarrhea
• dry mouth
• nausea
• vomiting
• abdominal bloating
• loss of appetite
• stomatitis
• rash
• urticaria

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air and moisture, and it is best kept at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will maintain the drug's effectiveness and prevent degradation.

Appearance

White, circular film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle