Drug Name:Famotidine
Drug Class:H2 receptor antagonist
Mechanism of Action:Competitively inhibits histamine at the H2 receptors of the gastric parietal cells, reducing gastric acid secretion
Use:
  • Treatment of gastric and duodenal ulcers
  • Management of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
  • Prevention of stress ulcers
  • Relief of heartburn and indigestion
Side Effects:
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Rash
Contraindications:
  • Hypersensitivity to famotidine or other H2 receptor antagonists
  • Severe renal impairment
Specialty:
  • Gastroenterology
  • Internal Medicine
  • Pharmacy