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Famotidine Tablet Description
A prescription drug for cats and dogs, Famotidine Tablets are intended to aid in treating intestinal or gastric (stomach) ulcers. This medication can also be used for stomach inflammation associated with kidney failure or with gastric reflux. This is a generic form of the drug Pepcid.
*Sold per Tablet in the following strengths:
- 20 mg
- 40 mg
What is Famotidine Tablet?
Famotidine is a prescription for dogs and cats primarily used in the treatment of stomach (gastric) and intestinal ulcers.
Which animals/pets is Famotidine Tablet for?
Famotidine Tablets are intended for use in cats and dogs only.
Famotidine Tablet uses
Famotidine Tablets:
- Can help in the healing of pet's ulcers
- Can assist in gastric reflux
- Helps to treat stomach inflammation due to kidney failure
What does Famotidine Tablet do?
Famotidine is part of the histamine receptor-2 blocker class and acts as an anti-ulcer drug. When H-2 receptors exist in membranes of cells, stimulation of stomach cells occurs and it causes gastric acid to be secreted. This drug works to help ulcers heal by preventing gastric acid secretion through the blockage of H-2 receptors.
Famotidine Tablet side effects
In animals, some side effects from Famotidine may occur. For animals with an allergy or hypersensitivity to this drug, it should not be administered. For animals with known liver or kidney disease, use extreme caution when prescribing this drug.
Famotidine Tablet ingredients
Famotidine
Famotidine Tablet overdose: What to do?
Overdose of Famotidine is rare, but if you suspect your pet may have overdosed, contact your closest emergency pet hospital.Symptoms of Famotidine overdose may include vomiting, pale gums, rapid heart rate, restlessness, or collapse.
What to know before using Famotidine Tablet
It is common for Famotidine to have interaction with drugs including Ketoconazole and Digoxin. If your pet has heart disease, kidney or liver disease, or is pregnant, use this medication with caution. Always consult your veterinarian before giving your pet this medication.
How is Famotidine Tablet sold?
Sold per Tablet in the following strengths : 20 mg & 40 mg.
Manufacturer
BluePoint Labs or other generic brand
Tips for using Famotidine Tablet
This medication should be stored in a cool, dry place at 77 degrees Fahrenheit or under. The duration, frequency, and dosage of treatment with this medication will vary from animal to animal, so you should always follow your veterinarian's dosage instructions.
Overview
The recommended dose of Famotidine to be administered to pets is 0.25 to 0.5 mg per pound (0.5 to 1.0 mg/kg) every 12 to 24 hours.If you miss a dose while giving your pet Famotidine, administer is as soon as your remember during the same day. However, if you do not remember until the next day, skip the missed dose and only give your pet the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not give your pet a double dose of Famotidine.
Main Ingredients
Famotidine
