Anguk Famotidine Tablet 20 mg

Adult dose

1. For gastric and duodenal ulcers, anastomotic ulcers, upper gastrointestinal bleeding, gastroesophageal reflux disease, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome: Famotidine 20 mg is taken orally twice daily (after breakfast, after dinner, or at bedtime), or 40 mg once daily (at bedtime). In cases of upper gastrointestinal bleeding, treatment usually begins with injections, and once oral administration is possible, it is switched to oral treatment. 2. For gastric mucosal lesions (

This medication should not be used by individuals allergic to certain ingredients. It also contains lactose, so those with a genetic disorder that affects lactose digestion should avoid taking it. Patients with a history of hypersensitivity should use this medication cautiously, and patients with kidney or liver issues, as well as those with heart disease, should take it with care. For elderly patients, renal function may decrease; therefore, dosages may need to be adjusted or the dosing interval may need to be extended. During treatment, serious allergic reactions, blood disorders, skin disorders, liver dysfunction, muscle damage, heart rhythm disturbances, consciousness disturbances, kidney disease, and lung disease may rarely occur, so if symptoms arise, it is crucial to stop taking the medication immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Common side effects may include skin rash, dyspepsia, blood pressure changes, headache, drowsiness, insomnia, depression, muscle cramps, and if these symptoms occur, it is advisable to stop the medication. During treatment, it is important to closely monitor any changes in symptoms and undergo regular blood tests and liver and kidney function tests. This medication dissolves in the mouth but is not absorbed through the mucous membranes, so it must be swallowed with water. Caution should be taken as the effectiveness may decrease if patients on hemodialysis take this medication along with certain phosphate binders. There may be interactions with other medications, so especially when taking antifungals or certain anticancer drugs, consultation with a doctor or pharmacist is necessary. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should carefully evaluate the benefits and risks of this medication, and breastfeeding women should discontinue breastfeeding. Safety in children has not been fully established, so it is not recommended for children. Finally, since this medication can mask the symptoms of gastric cancer, it is safest to use it only after confirming that the condition is not gastric cancer.

Serious side effects

Shock, hypersensitivity (anaphylaxis, difficulty breathing, general redness, angioedema, urticaria), pancytopenia, agranulocytosis, aplastic anemia, hemolytic anemia, thrombocytopenia, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Lyell syndrome, liver dysfunction, jaundice, rhabdomyolysis, QT prolongation, ventricular tachycardia, ventricular fibrillation, consciousness disturbances, seizures, interstitial nephritis, acute renal failure, interstitial pneumonia, contraction failure

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container that is air-tight and kept at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way can help maintain the drug's effectiveness for a long time.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

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