Gyeongdong Panitin Tablet 10 mg (Famotidine)

Adult dose

For individuals 16 years and older, the recommended dose is 1 tablet (10 mg) per dose, up to 2 tablets (20 mg) per day.

This medication should not be used by individuals allergic to certain components or similar medications. Additionally, since it contains lactose, those with issues in lactose breakdown should not take it. Patients who have difficulty swallowing food or experience symptoms such as vomiting blood or bloody stool should consult a doctor or pharmacist prior to taking this medication. Consultation with a professional is necessary if heartburn persists for more than 3 months or if dizziness, drowsiness, or cold sweats occur simultaneously. If experiencing chest pain or difficulty breathing, consult a healthcare provider before taking this medication. If unexpected weight loss, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or other symptoms occur, immediate professional assistance is required. Individuals taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or those with drug allergies should exercise caution. Patients with poor kidney or liver function, or heart disease should consult a doctor before taking this medication. Elderly patients, pregnant women, and breastfeeding women must consult a professional before taking this medication. Caution is needed when combined with specific antifungals or anticancer drugs, as effectiveness may decrease. If symptoms do not improve or worsen after taking the drug, immediately stop usage and consult medical personnel. Do not take for more than 14 days continuously and discontinue use immediately if severe allergic reactions or abnormalities in blood, skin, liver, muscles, vascular, psychiatric, digestive, urogenital, or respiratory systems appear. This medication may conceal symptoms of stomach cancer, so it should be used temporarily for symptom relief. Avoid taking with alcoholic beverages, and consult a professional if there are changes in body condition after taking the medication. Patients undergoing dialysis should be cautious when using this medication alongside specific drugs. Finally, keep this medication out of reach of children and store it in its original container for safety.

Serious side effects

• Urticaria
• severe swelling (edema)
• chest tightness
• difficulty breathing
• cold sweats
• pallor
• shock
• anaphylaxis
• respiratory distress
• generalized flushing

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• drowsiness
• sweating
• general fatigue
• weakness
• skin and mucous membrane syndrome
• epidermal necrolysis
• rash
• erythema
• liver function abnormalities

Drug interactions

Patients who are taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, antifungal agents, and tyrosine kinase inhibitors should consult a doctor or pharmacist before using this medication.

Food interactions

Do not take this medication with alcoholic beverages.

Store this medication in a tightly sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering. It is best to store it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Green round film-coated tablet

Package unit

10 tablets/box, 20 tablets/box (10 tablets/PTP) X2, 120 tablets/box (10 tablets/PTP) X12, 240 tablets/box (10 tablets/PTP) X12 X2