It also treats conditions in which the stomach produces too much acid, such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome
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Famotidine is an acid-suppressing agent that may be used to treat a wide range of
Famotidine is known as an H2 blocker
For occasional heartburn, you might want to take famotidine
Famotidine is a medication that is used to treat heartburn, ulcers, and other gastrointestinal issues
Drinking alcohol may increase the risk of damage to your stomach
This medication also comes in injection form and is given by a healthcare professional
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Pepcid (famotidine) is a histamine-2 blocker used to treat heartburn and other conditions caused by too much stomach acid
Drinking alcohol during famotidine treatment may increase your risk of these side effects
confusion, hallucinations, agitation, lack of energy; a seizure; fast or pounding heartbeats, sudden dizziness (like you might pass out); or
to prevent symptoms, swallow 1 tablet with a glass of water at any time from 15 to 60 minutes before eating food or drinking beverages that cause heartburn ; do not use more than 2 tablets in 24 hours ;
Famotidine is used to treat stomach ulcers (gastric and duodenal), erosive esophagitis (heartburn or acid indigestion), and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
To prevent heartburn and acid indigestion, take famotidine 15-60 minutes before eating food or drinking beverages that can cause indigestion
H2 blockers, such as Pepcid (famotidine), Tagamet (cimetidine), Smith says red wine is one of the biggest culprits
Do not chew the tablet
Contraindications
Do not use if you are allergic to famotidine or other acid reducers