Apo-Famotidine

matel mini, Lecedil, Nevofam, Pepsidin, Topcid, Ulfamid, Ulceran, Famogard, Famodar, Famonit, Famopsin, Famosan, Famotidine, Famotidine-ICN, Famotidine-AKOS, Famotidine-Acri, Famo. Apo-Famotidine is one of the drugs from the group of H2-histamine receptor blockers and is used to treat various diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.

Apo-Famotidine is manufactured by several companies, including Apotex Inc. in Canada, and Apotex/Vector-Pharm and Apotex/Pharmavid in Russia. It is available in various forms, including 20mg and 40mg tablets, as well as 20mg and 40mg film-coated tablets. The active ingredient is famotidine.

The drug is indicated for the treatment of gastric and duodenal ulcers, symptomatic ulcers, erosive esophagitis, reflux esophagitis, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, bleeding from the upper gastrointestinal tract (iv) and the prevention of erosive and ulcerative lesions of the gastrointestinal tract while taking NSAIDs and gastric aspiration contents during general anesthesia.

However, there are a number of contraindications to the use of Apo-Famotidine, including hypersensitivity, pregnancy and breastfeeding (the drug should be discontinued during treatment). In addition, the drug has a number of side effects, such as dry mouth, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, abdominal discomfort, increased levels of transaminases in the blood serum, cholestatic jaundice, increased fatigue, tinnitus, headache, hallucinations, fever, arrhythmias, muscle pain, arthralgia, dry skin and allergic reactions.

The interaction of Apo-Famotidine with antacids containing magnesium and aluminum may reduce the absorption of the drug. In case of overdose, gastric lavage and symptomatic or supportive therapy are recommended.

Despite the fact that Apo-Famotidine is an effective drug for the treatment of various gastrointestinal diseases, it is not recommended for children. It is also necessary to exclude the presence of a malignant tumor when treating gastric and duodenal ulcers, and in case of liver dysfunction, Apo-Famotidine should be used with caution and under medical supervision. Before using the drug, you must consult your doctor and follow the instructions for use to avoid unwanted side effects and complications.

If the patient experiences any symptoms associated with the use of Apo-Famotidine, it is necessary to consult a doctor immediately. If your condition worsens or new symptoms appear, you should also seek immediate medical attention.