Pepcid AC
Active Ingredient(s): FamotidineFDA Approved: * April 28, 1995
Pharm Company: * MERCK
Category: Heart Burn / Indigestion
Famotidine, sold under the brand name Pepcid among others, is a histamine H2 receptor antagonist medication that decreases stomach acid production.[2] It is used to treat peptic ulcer disease, gastroesophageal reflux disease, and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.[2] It is taken by mouth or by injection into a vein.[2] It begins working within an hour.[2] Common side effects include headache, intestinal upset, and dizziness.[2&a... [wikipedia]
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