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What should I avoid while taking famotidine, calcium, and magnesium?

In addition to taking this medication, other tips for managing heartburn include:

• Do not lie flat or bend over soon after eating.

• Do not eat late at night, or just before bedtime.

• 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.

• Eat slowly and do not eat big meals.

• If you smoke, quit smoking.

• If you are overweight, lose weight.

• Raise the read of your bed.

• Wear loose fitting clothing around your stomach.

What are the possible side effects of famotidine, calcium, and magnesium?

Side effects are not expected to occur with the use of famotidine, calcium, and magnesium. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

What other drugs will affect famotidine, calcium, and magnesium?

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.

Where can I get more information?

Your pharmacist has additional information about famotidine, calcium, and magnesium written for health professionals that you may read.

What does my medication look like?

Famotidine, calcium, and magnesium is available over-the-counter under the brand name Pepcid Complete. Other brand or generic formulations may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new to you.

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.