acid reducer (acid reducer (famotidine) tablet, film coated) Dailymed
Generic: famotidine is used for the treatment of Deglutition Disorders Duodenal Ulcer Dyspepsia Esophagitis, Peptic Gastroesophageal Reflux Heartburn Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage Stomach Ulcer Urticaria Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome Helicobacter Infections
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Active Ingredient (in Each Tablet)
Famotidine 20 mg
Purpose
Acid reducer
Uses
• relieves heartburn associated with acid indigestion and sour stomach• prevents heartburn associated with acid indigestion and sour stomach brought on by eating or drinking certain food and beverages
Warnings
Allergy alert: Do not use if you are allergic to famotidine or other acid reducers
Do not use
• if you have trouble or pain swallowing food, vomiting with blood, or bloody or black stools. These may be signs of a serious condition. See your doctor.• with other acid reducersAsk a doctor before use if you have
• had heartburn over 3 months. This may be a sign of a more serious condition.• heartburn with lightheadedness, sweating, or dizziness• chest pain or shoulder pain with shortness of breath; sweating; pain spreading to arms, neck or shoulders; or lightheadedness• frequent chest pain• frequent wheezing, particularly with heartburn• unexplained weight loss• nausea or vomiting• stomach pain• kidney diseaseAsk a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
taking a prescription drug. Acid reducers may interact with certain prescription drugs.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
• your heartburn continues or worsens• you need to take this product for more than 14 daysIf pregnant or breast-feeding,
ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)
Directions
• adults and children 12 years and over:• to relieve symptoms, swallow 1 tablet with a glass of water. Do not chew.• to prevent symptoms, swallow 1 tablet with a glass of water at any time from 10 to 60 minutes before eating food or drinking beverages that cause heartburn• do not use more than 2 tablets in 24 hours• children under 12 years: ask a doctor
Other Information
• read the directions and warnings before use• keep the carton. It contains important information.• store at 20˚-25˚C (68˚-77˚F)• protect from moisture
Inactive Ingredients
colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, FD&C blue #1 aluminum lake, hypromellose, lactose (monohydrate), magnesium stearate, maltodextrin, microcrystalline cellulose, modified food starch, natural and artificial flavor, sucralose, titanium dioxide, triacetin
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MAXIMUM STRENGTH
Acid Reducer
FAMOTIDINE TABLETS 20 mg
Acid reducer
Just one tablet prevents & relieves heartburn due to acid indigestion
Releases a cooling sensation in mouth & throat
Actual Size
Cool Mint Flavor
25 TABLETS
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