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Can i take famotidine 20mg to reduce acid if i've taken vyvanse 40mg?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

YES: There is no contraindication I am aware of Hope this helps Dr Z

Dr Rhoads and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/2/2017

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