Famodin, Famotidine

Famodin is used in the treatment of acidity,intestinal ulcers, heartburn and stomach ulcers.

Famodin is called a histamine H2-receptor antagonists.Famodin works by stopping the cells in the lining of the stomach from producing too much acid, and this helps to prevent ulcers from forming, or assists the healing process where damage has already occurred. Famodin works by decreasing the amount of acid, and this can also help to reduce the symptoms of acid reflux disease, such as acidity, heartburn, intestinal ulcers and stomach ulcers.

Patients who take Famodin may suffer from such side effects;

Headache,
Muscle pain,
Fatigue,
Diarrhoea,
Drowsiness,
Constipation