Famotidine liver

Question 1

Can daily use of famotidine elevate liver enzymes?

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Very very unlikely

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Elevated liver enzymes have been observed with famotidine – but in fewer than 1% of people.

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Question 2

Which is safer for the liver for someone who has nafld, a ppi (esomeprazole 40mg once a day) or an h2 blocker(famotidine 20mg 2 times a day)?

Answer

NAFLD: PPI's such as esomeprazole have been shown to possibly promote liver disease, but famotidine is considered safe as far as liver toxicity is concerned.... Read More

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Question 3

I take famotidine everyday for gerd. i read studies that show over time it can hurt the liver. is this safe to take with milk thistle? thanks.

Answer

Not good long term: best if you limit sugars, exercise and try apple cider vinegar 1 tbsp twice daily (mixed with 8 oz water) 1 hr before meals. Ok to use milk thistle bu... Read More

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Question 4

67yof w/upper abd pain to back rt side cleared pancreatitis/liver issues er gave carafte pepcid (famotidine) for ulcer still in severe pain/naus labs only ?

Answer

Do you still: Have a gallbladder? If pain persistent despite reasonable treatment, you need further evaluation, including xray/ultrasound/ct abdomen possibly.

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Question 5

Admited@hospital.4 chest pains.ejg, xrays, blood, ultrasound neg. on maalox, pepcid, (famotidine) morphine. poss belly issue. liver func down, then norm. whats next?

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Possibiliies: Hard to say from the information provided. Peptic ulcer disease, gastritis, pancreatitis, gall bladder disease, hepatitis and chronic liver disease a... Read More

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Question 6

I take zyrtec everyday for sinus issues, and lately taken tylenol for head/body aches (had the flu) , but in a month i have probably taken 20 or so. sometimes i take pepcid ac as well. could this cause liver issues? is tylenol/zeytrc too much?

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An allergy panel may be helpful. If there is fever, green discharge, a course of antibiotics may be indicated. Nasal saline spray is often effective ... Read More

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Question 7

I had a ct of the abdomen with iv contrast 12 years ago and didnt have any allergic reaction to the dye then. is it safe to say i will tolerate it well now getting one 12 years later? no known allergies, just seasonal. on daily pepcid & zyrtec?

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You shouldn't have a problem. The reaction would be expected the first & every time if your system was sensitive to it. We never say never, but ch... Read More

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Question 8

I had a mild fever for days ago with upper abdomen pain. the fever and pain subsided within 24 hours, but over the last few days i have been experiencing upset stomach (nausea&heartburn) and one episode of diarrhea. i have been taking pepcid (40mg) every

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Gastroenteritis: caused by virus is what probably you have. Follow BRAT diet until you tolerate to a regular food. Also take enough fluid to prevent dehydration.

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Question 9

Not sure if a doctor's appointment is needed. i have had a gnawing feeling in my upper abdomen, just under my breast bone. the pain has been coming and going all week. i have tried alieve, pepcid, and antacids and nothing helps. now the pain has gotten

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Your : Your symptoms make me concerned about peptic ulcer dsease, gallbladder disease or pancreatitis. If the pain is as you described then you really shoul... Read More

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Question 10

Surgery last week and was taking oxycontin motrin augmentin & medrol. i got the most painful indigestion in my middle upper abdomen, loud belching (more after eating or drinking) & loud gurgling. pepcid helps a lot but what else should i do?

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You may be dealing with medication induced gastritis. These medications can be taken with food but not on an empty stomach. Continue pepcid. Avoid alc... Read More

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Which is safer for the liver for someone who has nafld, a ppi (esomeprazole 40mg once a day) or an h2 blocker(famotidine 20mg 2 times a day)?

I take famotidine everyday for gerd. i read studies that show over time it can hurt the liver. is this safe to take with milk thistle? thanks.

67yof w/upper abd pain to back rt side cleared pancreatitis/liver issues er gave carafte pepcid (famotidine) for ulcer still in severe pain/naus labs only ?

Admited@hospital.4 chest pains.ejg, xrays, blood, ultrasound neg. on maalox, pepcid, (famotidine) morphine. poss belly issue. liver func down, then norm. whats next?

I take zyrtec everyday for sinus issues, and lately taken tylenol for head/body aches (had the flu) , but in a month i have probably taken 20 or so. sometimes i take pepcid ac as well. could this cause liver issues? is tylenol/zeytrc too much?

I had a ct of the abdomen with iv contrast 12 years ago and didnt have any allergic reaction to the dye then. is it safe to say i will tolerate it well now getting one 12 years later? no known allergies, just seasonal. on daily pepcid & zyrtec?

I had a mild fever for days ago with upper abdomen pain. the fever and pain subsided within 24 hours, but over the last few days i have been experiencing upset stomach (nausea&heartburn) and one episode of diarrhea. i have been taking pepcid (40mg) every

Not sure if a doctor's appointment is needed. i have had a gnawing feeling in my upper abdomen, just under my breast bone. the pain has been coming and going all week. i have tried alieve, pepcid, and antacids and nothing helps. now the pain has gotten

Surgery last week and was taking oxycontin motrin augmentin & medrol. i got the most painful indigestion in my middle upper abdomen, loud belching (more after eating or drinking) & loud gurgling. pepcid helps a lot but what else should i do?

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