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I stopped taking famotadine suddenly and now have diarrhea and stomach pains when i eat ,can this be a withdrawal?

Q: i stopped taking famotadine suddenly and now have diarrhea and stomach pains when i eat ,can this be a withdrawal?

: There is no withdrawal syndrome with stopping famotidine. Take care.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

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There is no withdrawal syndrome with stopping famotidine. Take care.

Dr Seibert agreed

Answered 5/18/2023

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No, there should not be any withdrawal symptoms from famotidine, and it should not affect your bowel movements at all. If your stool is solid black, see your doctor or a G.I. doctor immediately. If your symptoms persist, you should likewise see them. Good luck.

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I stopped taking famotadine suddenly and now have diarrhea and stomach pains when i eat ,can this be a withdrawal?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

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Dr Seibert agreed

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