Famotidine

Synonym : -

Molecular Formulae: : C8H15N7O2S3 = 337.5

Precautions : Hypersensitivity. caution in renal impairment, gastric carcinoma, pregnancy and lactation.

Indications/Uses: Peptic ulcers 40mg daily for upto 8 weeks. zollinger-ellison syndrome 20mg qid. peptic oesophagitis upto 40mg bd.

Interactions : Decreased serum levels of ketoconazole and itraconazole.

Side Effects : Headache, anxiety. dizziness. dry mouth. constipation or diarrhoea. nausea. rash. anorexia. fatigue. cholestatic jaundice.

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