GL Famotidine Tablet 10mg

Adult dose

For individuals 16 years and older, the dosage is 1 tablet (10mg) once, up to a maximum of 2 tablets (20mg) per day.

This medication should not be taken by individuals with hypersensitivity to its components or other H2 receptor antagonists. Additionally, since it contains lactose, it should not be taken by individuals with genetically inherited galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption. Consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication if you have difficulty swallowing, experience pain, or have blood in vomit or stool. If heartburn symptoms persist for more than three months, or if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, or cold sweats, it is also necessary to consult a professional. If you have symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, unexpected weight loss, nausea, vomiting, or abdominal pain, consult before using this medication. Those taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, individuals with drug hypersensitivity, patients with kidney disorders, heart disease, liver disease, elderly individuals, pregnant or breastfeeding women must consult a professional before taking this medication. Be cautious when taking this medication in conjunction with certain antifungals or tyrosine kinase inhibitors, as this may decrease the drug's effectiveness. If your symptoms worsen or if abnormal reactions occur while taking this medication, immediately stop use and consult a doctor or pharmacist. Do not use this medication for more than 14 days; be aware that various side effects such as allergic reactions, blood abnormalities, skin rashes, liver function abnormalities, muscle pain, heart issues, neurological issues, digestive disorders, kidney problems, and respiratory issues may occur. This medication may mask symptoms of stomach cancer, so it is advisable to use it temporarily for symptom relief only. Avoid taking it with alcoholic beverages, and consult a professional if there are changes in physical functions after administration. Patients undergoing hemodialysis should be cautious when taking this medication in combination with phosphate binders, as this may reduce the effectiveness of calcium preparations. Finally, store this medication out of reach of children, keep it in its original container, and avoid transferring it to other containers to prevent misuse or degradation of quality.

Serious side effects

Hives, difficulty breathing, severe swelling, chest tightness, generalized flushing, facial edema, pharyngeal edema, shock, anaphylaxis, thrombocytopenia, anemia, delayed bleeding, skin and mucous membrane adverse reaction syndrome, exfoliative dermatitis, rash, jaundice, hepatitis, rhabdomyolysis, bradycardia, tachycardia, altered consciousness, seizures, confusion, high fever, cough, respiratory distress, interstitial pneumonia, bronchospasm, acute renal failure, renal function impairment

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• drowsiness
• generalized fatigue
• headache
• somnolence
• insomnia
• hallucinations
• agitation
• excitement
• decreased libido

Drug interactions

Consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication in conjunction with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, antifungal treatments, or tyrosine kinase inhibitors (such as dasatinib, elotuzumab, gefitinib, pazopanib, etc.).

Food interactions

Alcohol should not be consumed while taking this medication.

This medication is sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. Additionally, avoid storing it in excessively hot or cold places; ideally, it should be kept at room temperature, between 1°C and 30°C.

Appearance

Green round film-coated tablets

Package unit

1000 tablets/bottle