Question 1

i got covid and developed so hive-like rash on my arms and legs. negative, i went to the doctor and he told me to take zyrtec 2x a day and famotidine to block both histamine1&2.the rash seems gone,but my arms and legs are still itchy. what can i do?

Accepted Answer

: An urticarial rash may appear during a viral infection. If still experiencing itching, an antihistamine may be continued after consulting with your physician. A mild soap without perfume is recommended.

Question 2

what is pepcid (famotidine)?

Accepted Answer

Acid reducer: Histamine 2 receptor blocker, which decreases production of stomach acid. This allows for healing of inflammation in duodenum, as stomach, and esopha. Not as potent as ppi drugs like prilosec, which inhibit proton pumps in the stomach to further decrease production of acid.

Question 3

is pepcid ac or zantac (ranitidine) better?

Accepted Answer

About the same: They both are about the same although Pepcid (famotidine) ac also has an antacid in it.

Question 4

is pepcid comparable to zantac (ranitidine)?

Accepted Answer

Yes and no: Although both work nearly as well, zantac (ranitidine) may cause diarrhea for some people.

Question 5

can you take zantac (ranitidine) and pepcid?

Accepted Answer

Yes: But if your symptoms are severe enough, it would be a good idea to consult a gastroenterologist.   Both drugs do the same thing in suppressing acid and you are just doubling up on the drug by taking both together. Do note that zantac (ranitidine) may cause diarrhea in some people.

Question 6

can i take prilosec and pepcid (famotidine)?

Accepted Answer

Yes: As long as you need both to control your symptoms. However you should consult your doctor if you do require both drugs regularly to control your symptoms just in case there is something more serious happening.

Question 7

can i take pepcid ac and pepto bismol together?

Accepted Answer

Should be ok if...: If a person had no problems taking Pepcid AC in the recent past for some medical condition, and separately had no problem taking Pepto-Bismol in the recent past, then she should be ok taking the medications at the same time. If worried, she can ask her doctor who prescribed the medications. Sometimes, a brand name (such as Pepto-Bismol) changes its ingredients as the years go by.

Question 8

can i take dexilant (dexlansoprazole) with pepcid?

Accepted Answer

Probably yes: Medications like Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) are usually taken in the morning, 1/2 hour before breakfast on a daily basis.  Many people who still have some symptoms later in the day or at night add a medication of another class (like Pepcid or zantac) in the evening.

Question 9

can i take pepcid and amoxicillin at the same time?

Accepted Answer

: These two drugs do not have any known interactions and would be safe to take together. Keep in mind that amoxicillin may cause some nausea or some GI upset. Make sure to take this drug with a glass of water to stay hydrated. Otherwise these two agents should be safe unless you have had a prior reaction to them (especially penicillins for amoxicillin).

Question 10

can i take pepcid and zantac (ranitidine) together ?

Accepted Answer

Not necessary: These drugs are in the same class and usually are not taken together...

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I got covid and developed so hive-like rash on my arms and legs. negative, i went to the doctor and he told me to take zyrtec 2x a day and famotidine to block both histamine1&2.the rash seems gone,but my arms and legs are still itchy. what can i do?

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What is pepcid (famotidine)?

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Is pepcid ac or zantac (ranitidine) better?

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Is pepcid comparable to zantac (ranitidine)?

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Can you take zantac (ranitidine) and pepcid?

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Can i take prilosec and pepcid (famotidine)?

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Can i take pepcid ac and pepto bismol together?

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Can i take dexilant (dexlansoprazole) with pepcid?

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Can i take pepcid and amoxicillin at the same time?

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Can i take pepcid and zantac (ranitidine) together ?

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