What is the most important information I should know about famotidine, calcium, and magnesium?
Do not use more than two tablets in 24 hours.
Stop using famotidine, calcium, and magnesium if stomach pain continues or if you need
to take this product for more than 14 days. You may have a more serious stomach condition that
requires different treatment.
What is famotidine, calcium, and magnesium?
Famotidine is in a class of drugs called histamine receptor antagonists. Famotidine works
by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach produces.
Calcium and magnesium are naturally occurring minerals that neutralize acid in the
stomach.
Together, famotidine, calcium, and magnesium are used to relieve heartburn associated
with acid indigestion and sour stomach.
Famotidine, calcium, and magnesium may also be used for conditions other than those
listed in this medication guide.
Who should not take famotidine, calcium, and magnesium?
Do not take famotidine, calcium, and magnesium if you
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are allergic to famotidine or other acid reducers;
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are taking another famotidine product (Pepcid, Pepcid AC,
Pepcid RPD) or another acid reducer; or
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have trouble swallowing.
Before taking famotidine, calcium, and magnesium, talk to your
doctor if you take any other prescription medicines. Famotidine, calcium, and magnesium may
interact with other medicines and you may not be able to take this medication, or you may
require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment.
Do not take famotidine, calcium, and magnesium without first talking to your doctor
if you are pregnant.
Do not take famotidine, calcium, and magnesium without first talking to your doctor
if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Do not use this medication to treat a child younger than 12 years of age.
How should I take famotidine, calcium, and magnesium?
Take famotidine, calcium, and magnesium exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do
not understand these instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
To relieve symptoms, chew one tablet thoroughly, then swallow. Do not swallow the
tablets whole.
Famotidine, calcium, and magnesium can be used up to twice a day.
Do not use more than two tablets in 24 hours.
Stop using famotidine, calcium, and magnesium if stomach pain continues or if you need
to take this product for more than 14 days. You may have a more serious stomach condition that
requires different treatment.
In addition to taking this medication, other tips for managing heartburn include:
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Do not lie flat or bend over soon after eating.
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Do not eat late at night, or just before bedtime.
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Certain foods or drinks are more likely to cause heartburn,
such as rich, spicy, fatty, and fried foods; chocolate; caffeine; alcohol; and even some fruits and
vegetables.
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Eat slowly and do not eat big meals.
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If you smoke, quit smoking.
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If you are overweight, lose weight.
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Raise the read of your bed.
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Wear loose fitting clothing around your stomach.
Store famotidine, calcium, and magnesium at room temperature
away from moisture and heat.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your
next dose, skip the missed dose and take only your next regularly scheduled dose. Do
not take a double dose of this medication.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention.
Symptoms of a famotidine, calcium, and magnesium overdose may include nausea,
vomiting, diarrhea, increased saliva production, difficulty breathing, and a fast heartbeat.
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