Facid 40 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Facid 40 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Facid 40 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Facid in pregnant women.
Is the use of Facid 40 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Facid does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Facid 40 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Facid rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Facid 40 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Facid rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Facid 40 Tablet on the Heart?
Using Facid does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Facid 40 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Facid 40 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Facid 40 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Facid 40 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Facid 40 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Facid 40 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Facid 40 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Facid 40 Tablet
It is safe to take Facid 40 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Facid 40 Tablet
Consuming Facid 40 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Facid is a brand name of famotidine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drug called antihistamine (H2 receptor blocker). It inhibits the acid production in the stomach. It is used to treat a number of stomach problems such as gastroesophageal reflux disease, peptic ulcer disease, and Zollinger–Ellison syndrome.
It is a prescription drug so do not take Facid without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
No, taking Facid does not raise blood pressure. However, if you are experiencing fluctuations in blood pressure while taking this drug. Do not delay, inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of it. Please consult your doctor if feel excessive stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Yes, Facid is safe to use, if taken prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as a headache, dizziness, and constipation. If you experience any discomfort after taking this medicine then inform your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
