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FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION

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Store below 30°C

Product introduction

FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION is an antacid that reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes. It is used in hospitalized patients to treat certain conditions in which the stomach produces too much acid.

It is also used to treat ulcers (sores in the lining of the stomach or intestine) that did not get cured with other medications. It must be administered as an injection by healthcare professionals. The course of the treatment should be completed as per the prescription. It is not recommended to take this medicine in severe stomach disease. You can help the medicine work better by eating smaller meals more often and avoiding spicy or oily foods.

Most people who take it do not have any side effects but the most common ones include headache, dizziness, drowsiness, diarrhea, and constipation. You may also experience mild and transient redness, pain, or swelling at the site of injection. If you do get a side effect, it is usually mild and will go away when you stop taking this medicine or as you adjust to it. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects bother you or do not go away.

Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Also, tell your doctor if you are taking other medications. This medicine is usually considered safe to take during pregnancy and breastfeeding if a doctor has prescribed it. Avoid drinking alcohol as this can increase the amount of acid in your stomach, and make your symptoms worse.

Uses of Famocid Injection

Benefits of Famocid Injection

In Treatment of Heartburn

Heartburn is a burning feeling in your chest caused by stomach acids traveling back up towards your throat and mouth (acid reflux). It happens because a muscle above your stomach relaxes too much and allows stomach contents and acid to come back up into your esophagus and mouth. This can be a symptom of indigestion (dyspepsia). FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION belongs to a group of medicines called histamine 2 antagonists. It works by reducing the amount of acid your stomach makes and relieves the pain associated with heartburn and indigestion.

You should take it exactly as it is prescribed or as it says on the label for it to be effective. Some simple lifestyle changes can help stop or reduce heartburn. Think about what foods trigger heartburn and try to avoid them; eat smaller more frequent meals; try to lose weight if you are overweight and try to find ways to relax. Do not eat within 3–4 hours of going to bed.

Side effects of Famocid Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Famocid

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Diarrhea
  • Constipation
  • Drowsiness

How to use Famocid Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Famocid Injection works

FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • It is given as an injection into the veins under the supervision of the doctor.
  • FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION is a well tolerated and safe medicine with a very low incidence of side effects.
  • If you are also taking other medications to treat acidity (e.g., antacid), take them 2 hours before or after taking FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION.
  • 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 FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION 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. 
  • FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION is a well tolerated and safe medicine with a very low incidence of side effects.
  • Take it with or without food.
  • Take FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION 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 FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION.
  • 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 FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION 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. 

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Thiazoles Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Histamine Type-2 Receptor Antagonists (H2 Blockers)

Patient concerns

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I have Cronic gastric problem and a lot of stifness in neck and shoulder and acid reflux also
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
Tab Famocid 20 1 tab bd x 10 days and get yourself examined in clinic
Heartburn Mental disorder Depression Frequent persistent heartburn Gastroesophageal reflux disease Irritable bowel syndrome Indigestion Back flow of acid from stomach Difficulty in swallowing Inflammation of esophagus Excess acid secretion by stomach Intestinal or stomach ulcers
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
You need to be examined in clinic to reach a diagnosis and then appropriate medicine can be prescribed
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FAQs

What is the difference between FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION and Omeprazole?

FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION and Omeprazole belong to different groups of medicines. While FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION 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.

What are the serious side effects of FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION?

FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION may have some serious side effects, but these are rare. These side effects may include hives, skin rash, itching, hoarseness and difficulty in breathing or swallowing. Another serious symptom may be swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, eyes, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs. Inform your doctor in case you notice any of the mentioned symptoms.

What are the dos and don’ts while taking FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION?

Avoid taking aspirin and other painkillers used to treat arthritis, period pain or headache. These medicines may irritate the stomach and make your condition worse. Contact your doctor who may suggest other medicines. Avoid coffee, tea, cocoa and cola drinks because these contain ingredients that may irritate your stomach. Eat smaller, more frequent meals. Eat slowly and chew your food carefully. Try not to rush at meal times. You should stop or cut down on smoking.

Is FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION safe for long-term use?

There is limited data available on whether FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION can be used for a long term or not, but it is a relatively safe medicine. You should take it for the duration advised by your doctor. Do not take over-the-counter FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION for longer than 2 weeks unless advised by your doctor.

How long does it take for FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION to work?

FAMOCID 20 MG INJECTION starts working as fast as 15 minutes from when it is given. Its effect is seen to last all day or all night.

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References

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Address: Plot no 107/108,Namli block , Ranipool, East Sikkim 737135
Country of origin: India

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