Famtac 40 Soflets is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Other than this, Famtac 40 Soflets has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Famtac 40 Soflets depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Famtac 40 Soflets have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Famtac 40 Soflets are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Famtac 40 Soflets's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. In addition, Famtac 40 Soflets's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Famtac 40 Soflets related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Famtac 40 Soflets are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Famtac 40 Soflets may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Famtac 40 Soflets is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Famtac 40 Soflets 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 |
|
Geriatric |
|
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
|
2 - 12 years (Child) |
|
Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
|
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Famtac 40 Soflets is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Famtac 40 Soflets safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Famtac in pregnant women.
Is the use of Famtac 40 Soflets safe during breastfeeding?
Famtac does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Famtac 40 Soflets on the Kidneys?
Famtac may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Famtac 40 Soflets on the Liver?
Famtac has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Famtac 40 Soflets on the Heart?
You can take Famtac without any fear of damage to the heart.
Famtac 40 Soflets 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 Famtac 40 Soflets unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Famtac 40 Soflets habit forming or addictive?
Famtac 40 Soflets is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Famtac 40 Soflets does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Famtac 40 Soflets is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Famtac 40 Soflets for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Famtac 40 Soflets
Taking Famtac 40 Soflets with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Famtac 40 Soflets
Taking Famtac 40 Soflets with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, You can not stop/discontinue Famtac on your own, because it may cause rebound effects. Rebound effects mean that you may experience transient symptom if you suddenly stop taking medication. So, you must consult your doctor before stopping medication on your own.
Yes, Famtac may cause constipation in patients who are taking this drug but the frequency of incident is not known. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.
Yes, Famtac cane cause dizziness. It is the common side effect of this drug but the exact cause of dizziness is unknown. However, if you experience excess dizziness after taking this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, taking Famtac 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.
Take Famtac 1-2 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. It has to be taken 15 - 60 minute before the meal. Do not take more than 2 tablets in a day unless recommended by the doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Pepcid® (Famotidine)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 650
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 641-643