Rs.6.10for 1 strip(s) (14 tablets each)
food interaction for Famonext Tablet
alcohol interaction for Famonext Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Famonext Tablet
lactation interaction for Famonext Tablet
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Famonext 20 Tablet is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Famonext 20 Tablet.
UNSAFE
Famonext 20 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Famonext 20 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
SALT INFORMATION FOR Famonext 20mg Tablet
Famotidine(20mg)
Famonext tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of heartburn, gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux) and peptic ulcer disease.
How famonext tablet works
Famonext 20 Tablet is a histamine H2 receptor antagonist. It works by reducing the acid produced in the stomach. This helps to relieve acid-related indigestion and heartburn.
Common side effects of famonext tablet
Drowsiness, Headache, Diarrhea, Constipation
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Expert advice FOR Famonext Tablet
- Famotidine is a well tolerated and safe medicine with a very low incidence of side effects.
- Take it with or without food.
- If you are also taking other medications to treat acidity (e.g., antacid), take them 2 hours before or after taking Famotidine.
- Avoid taking soft drinks, citrus fruits like orange and lemon, which can irritate the stomach and increase acid secretion.
- Inform your doctor if you do not feel better after taking Famotidine for 2 weeks as you may be suffering from some other problems.
- Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney disease as dose of your medicine may need to be adjusted.
- Do not stop taking the medication without talking to your doctor.
- Famotidine is a well tolerated and safe medicine with a very low incidence of side effects.
- Take it with or without food.
- Take Famotidine before going to bed if you are taking this medicine once a day. It is very effective in controlling stomach acid that is released when you are asleep.
- If you are also taking other medications to treat acidity (e.g., antacid), take them 2 hours before or after taking Famotidine.
- Avoid taking soft drinks, citrus fruits like orange and lemon, which can irritate the stomach and increase acid secretion.
- Inform your doctor if you do not feel better after taking Famotidine for 2 weeks as you may be suffering from some other problems.
- Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney disease as dose of your medicine may need to be adjusted.
- Do not stop taking the medication without talking to your doctor.
Frequently asked questions FOR Famonext 20mg Tablet
Famotidine
Q. Can I take Famonext 20 Tablet empty stomach?
Famonext 20 Tablet may be taken with or without food. It can be taken once daily before bedtime or twice daily in the morning and before bedtime, as recommended.
Q. How long does it take for Famonext 20 Tablet to start working?
Famonext 20 Tablet starts working as fast as within 15 minutes from when it is given. Its effect is seen to last all day or all night.
Q. What is the difference between Famonext 20 Tablet and Omeprazole?
Famonext 20 Tablet and Omeprazole belong to different groups of medicines. While Famonext 20 Tablet belongs to histamine H2 antagonists group, Omeprazole belongs to proton pump inhibitors group. Both these medicines work by reducing the amount of acid made by the stomach, to relieve the symptoms and allow healing.