Question 1

is it ok for my son to take expired oral suspension famotidine up to two days after expiration. im having some issues with my health insurance. is it ok for him to take it over the next two days? what are possible side effects if i do?

Accepted Answer

It's OK: Even a week or two beyond the expiration date should be OK provided it's kept at recommended temperature.

Question 2

are confusion and seizures side effects of pepcid (famotidine)?

Accepted Answer

Can be: Pepcid (famotidine) and other acid-suppression drugs (ppis) are commonly used, for long periods of time for various stomach conditions - and not always needed. First, almost any side effect can happen with almost any drug, and each person can have their "own" side effect. In general however, seizures are very uncommon with ppis but can happen. Confusion is a little more common esp in older folks.

Question 3

is famotidine 40mg twice a day ie 80 total safe long term and more effective than 20 twice a day.i cant take a ppi due to horrendous side effects and 20mg twice a day isnt effective for reflux. my gp will prescribe it but i wanted to double check?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, that dose has been prescribed for patients with severe GERD and reflux esophagitis provided your kidney function is not impaired. Good luck.

Question 4

i trying get some stress/ aniexity medicine that is natural i heard bad things for pharmacy meds i am taking famotidine and atorvastatin right now will either cause something bad side effects with "ashwagandha 1300mg and organic blackpepper 10mg)nmed?

Accepted Answer

: No but Ashwagandha can be dangerous as it has never been tested to show it is safe or if it does what they say it does. Stay with approved meds.  Unusual to be on Atorastatin at your age.  Always try diet first unless you have familial hypercholesterolemia.  Discuss with your team.

Question 5

i trying get some stress/ aniexity medicine that is natural i heard bad things for pharmacy meds i am taking famotidine and atorvastatin right now will either cause something bad side effects with "ashwagandha 1300mg and organic blackpepper 10mg)nmed?

Accepted Answer

: You are too young to be taking medicines you mention unless you have been checked by a reputable MD. Re anxiety and stress first try non medicinal ways e.g. meditation stress reduction workshops and such things before taking medicine. 'Organic' and 'natural' market is full of unproven unregulated potentially harmful and expensive 'medicines' I am positive you will be well. Good luck

Question 6

is pepcid (famotidine) better to take than prilosec? ive heard prilosec can cause magnesium deficiency and pepcid (famotidine) generally has no adverse side effects. true?

Accepted Answer

Not true: Side effects of prilosec are very rare and tend to  occur in sick and hospitalized patients. If pepcid (famotidine) doesn't work and prilosec does work then stick with prilosec. You can have you magnesium check every few years for reassurance.

Question 7

other options for rhinitis and hives if antihistamines aren't working? they don't work and give me bad side effects (tachycardia, nervousness and dizziness on claritin, zyrtec, allegra and flu symptoms on ketotifen)? also tried famotidine but no help?

Accepted Answer

: Get allergy testing next and see what that tells you to avoid.

Question 8

can taking 2 doses of pepcid complete in one day be more likely to cause side effects?

Accepted Answer

Doubtful: While any medicine can cause adverse effects, the description you provided should,not,produce side effects. More important, is the reality of your symptoms. If they are occasional, then Pepcid is,ok, but if they are consistent, please get checked out by a doc to rule out ulcer, GERD, hiatal hernia, or,other treatable conditions.
Good luck

Question 9

if i take pepcid complete after eating without it causing any side effects, would i be able to take it without any food at all without it causing any issues?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Yes, you would be able to take it without major side effect.
The reason it's recommended for oral intake prior to meals is because it is best absorbed this way.
Hope this helped!

Question 10

possible protonix (pantoprazole). pepcid, tagamet side effects?

Accepted Answer

Many: But none terribly common or serious. Read the supplies information for each drug.

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A member asked:

Is it ok for my son to take expired oral suspension famotidine up to two days after expiration. im having some issues with my health insurance. is it ok for him to take it over the next two days? what are possible side effects if i do?

A member asked:

Are confusion and seizures side effects of pepcid (famotidine)?

A member asked:

Is famotidine 40mg twice a day ie 80 total safe long term and more effective than 20 twice a day.i cant take a ppi due to horrendous side effects and 20mg twice a day isnt effective for reflux. my gp will prescribe it but i wanted to double check?

A member asked:

I trying get some stress/ aniexity medicine that is natural i heard bad things for pharmacy meds i am taking famotidine and atorvastatin right now will either cause something bad side effects with "ashwagandha 1300mg and organic blackpepper 10mg)nmed?

A member asked:

I trying get some stress/ aniexity medicine that is natural i heard bad things for pharmacy meds i am taking famotidine and atorvastatin right now will either cause something bad side effects with "ashwagandha 1300mg and organic blackpepper 10mg)nmed?

A member asked:

Is pepcid (famotidine) better to take than prilosec? ive heard prilosec can cause magnesium deficiency and pepcid (famotidine) generally has no adverse side effects. true?

A member asked:

Other options for rhinitis and hives if antihistamines aren't working? they don't work and give me bad side effects (tachycardia, nervousness and dizziness on claritin, zyrtec, allegra and flu symptoms on ketotifen)? also tried famotidine but no help?

A member asked:

Can taking 2 doses of pepcid complete in one day be more likely to cause side effects?

A member asked:

If i take pepcid complete after eating without it causing any side effects, would i be able to take it without any food at all without it causing any issues?

A member asked:

Possible protonix (pantoprazole). pepcid, tagamet side effects?

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