Famotidine: Powder for oral suspension (40mg)
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What is this Medicine?
FAMOTIDINE (fa MOE ti deen) is a type of antihistamine that blocks the release of stomach acid. It is used to treat stomach or intestinal ulcers. It can also relieve heartburn from acid reflux.
Famotidine 40mg/5ml Powder for Suspension
NDC: 681800150-
Prescription Required
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Not a Controlled Drug
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FDA Approved
Multiple Endocrine Adenoma Syndrome, Systemic Mastocytosis, Esophagitis, Helicobacter Pylori (H. Pylori) Eradication, Gastric Ulcer, Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome, Duodenal Ulcer, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Sometimes used for but not FDA approved for the following conditions:
Aspiration Prophylaxis, NSAID-induced Ulcer Prophylaxis
Protect from light
Discard unused reconstituted product after 30 days
Store at 77 degrees F; excursions permitted to 59-86 degrees F
Reported Side Effects for Famotidine 40mg/5ml Powder for Suspension
Onset: DELAYED
Onset: EARLY
Onset: EARLY
Onset: EARLY
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Class B - Animal studies have revealed no evidence of harm to the fetus, however, there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. OR Animal studies have shown an adverse effect, but adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus in any trimester.

Class B - Animal studies have revealed no evidence of harm to the fetus, however, there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. OR Animal studies have shown an adverse effect, but adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus in any trimester.

Class B - Animal studies have revealed no evidence of harm to the fetus, however, there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. OR Animal studies have shown an adverse effect, but adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus in any trimester.

Compatible - This drug is generally safe to take by nursing mothers.
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