Product
Famotidine Tablets
Product Information
Famotidine helps reduce the amount of gastric acid secreted in the stomach.
For
Dogs and Cats
Generic Name
Famotidine
Brand Names
Pepcid®
Drug Class
H2-Receptor Antagonist
Product Description & Form
*Tablet size, color, shape, markings, or coating may be different from description. Famotidine is a generic medication, and therefore we may have different manufacturers at any given time. Tablets may vary in appearance.
Current Manufacturer: BluePoint
Famotidine 20 mg Tablets 100 ct: 5 mm, yellow, square (rounded square shaped, biconvex), film coated tablet, not scored, imprinted with CC;60. (NDC 68001-0397-00)
Benefits
- Used to treat gastritis, reflux conditions and ulcers
- Used for treating or helping to manage gastric or duodenal ulcers
Active Ingredients
Famotidine
Inactive Ingredients
Carnauba wax, corn starch, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose 2910, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, sodium starch glycolate type A potato, talc, titanium dioxide, ferric oxide red, ferric oxide yellow.
Usage
Famotidine should be given orally as directed by your veterinarian.
Missed Doses
Give the dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose, and continue with the regular schedule. Do not give 2 doses at once.
Side Effects
The adverse effect profile has not been fully determined for veterinary species. Adverse effects documented in humans include: loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, dry mouth or skin. If symptoms are observed and if they persist, contact your veterinarian.
Other side effects may occur. If you notice anything unusual, contact your veterinarian.
Drug & Food Interactions
The following drugs can potentially interact with famotidine: fluconazole, ketoconazole, itraconazole, cefpodoxime, cefuroxime, and iron salts. If famotidine must be given with antacids, metoclopramide, sucralfate, digoxin and/or ketoconazole, give famotidine at least 2 hours before or after the other drugs, whenever possible. Contact your veterinarian if your pet experiences any unusual reactions when different medications are given together.
Make sure to tell your veterinarian what other medication you are giving to your pet. Quite often your veterinarian may prescribe two different medications, even if a drug interaction may occur. In this case, your veterinarian may vary the dose and/or monitor your pet more closely.
Cautions
This medication does not have an FDA approved indication for use in animals, but it is a common and acceptable practice for veterinarians to prescribe this human medication for use in animals.
Allergic reactions to medications may occur. Be sure to inform VetSource and your veterinarian if your pet has any known drug sensitivities or allergies. If your pet displays symptoms of an allergic reaction, call your veterinarian immediately or go to a veterinary emergency clinic. Symptoms may include but are not limited to: swollen lips, tongue, face, airways; difficulty breathing; agitation; profuse salivation; vomiting; widespread hives and itching.
Adverse Reactions
If you are concerned that your pet has experienced an adverse reaction to this medication, please contact Vetsource customer service at 877-738-4443.
Storage
Store at 68°F to 77°F in controlled room temperature. Keep this medicine out of reach of children. Store in a childproof container. Store this medicine in a cool, dry place at room temperature. Store away from heat and direct sunlight. Do not store this medicine in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink or in damp places. The medicine may break down if exposed to heat or moisture.
Sourced directly from the manufacturer or their approved distributor. Guaranteed genuine product backed by the manufacturer.
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Description
ProductFamotidine TabletsProduct InformationFamotidine helps reduce the amount of gastric acid secreted in the stomach.ForDogs and CatsGeneric NameFamotidineBrand NamesPepcid®Drug ClassH2-Receptor AntagonistProduct Description & Form*Tablet size, color, shape, markings, or coating may be different from description. Famotidine is a generic medication, and therefore we may have different manufacturers at any given time. Tablets may vary in appearance.Current Manufacturer: BluePointFamotidine 20 mg Tablets 100 ct: 5 mm, yellow, square (rounded square shaped, biconvex), film coated tablet, not scored, imprinted with CC;60. (NDC 68001-0397-00)Benefits- Used to treat gastritis, reflux conditions and ulcers
- Used for treating or helping to manage gastric or duodenal ulcers
Active IngredientsFamotidineInactive IngredientsCarnauba wax, corn starch, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose 2910, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, sodium starch glycolate type A potato, talc, titanium dioxide, ferric oxide red, ferric oxide yellow.UsageFamotidine should be given orally as directed by your veterinarian.Missed DosesGive the dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose, and continue with the regular schedule. Do not give 2 doses at once.Side EffectsThe adverse effect profile has not been fully determined for veterinary species. Adverse effects documented in humans include: loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, dry mouth or skin. If symptoms are observed and if they persist, contact your veterinarian.Other side effects may occur. If you notice anything unusual, contact your veterinarian.Drug & Food InteractionsThe following drugs can potentially interact with famotidine: fluconazole, ketoconazole, itraconazole, cefpodoxime, cefuroxime, and iron salts. If famotidine must be given with antacids, metoclopramide, sucralfate, digoxin and/or ketoconazole, give famotidine at least 2 hours before or after the other drugs, whenever possible. Contact your veterinarian if your pet experiences any unusual reactions when different medications are given together.Make sure to tell your veterinarian what other medication you are giving to your pet. Quite often your veterinarian may prescribe two different medications, even if a drug interaction may occur. In this case, your veterinarian may vary the dose and/or monitor your pet more closely.CautionsThis medication does not have an FDA approved indication for use in animals, but it is a common and acceptable practice for veterinarians to prescribe this human medication for use in animals.Allergic reactions to medications may occur. Be sure to inform VetSource and your veterinarian if your pet has any known drug sensitivities or allergies. If your pet displays symptoms of an allergic reaction, call your veterinarian immediately or go to a veterinary emergency clinic. Symptoms may include but are not limited to: swollen lips, tongue, face, airways; difficulty breathing; agitation; profuse salivation; vomiting; widespread hives and itching.Adverse ReactionsIf you are concerned that your pet has experienced an adverse reaction to this medication, please contact Vetsource customer service at 877-738-4443.StorageStore at 68°F to 77°F in controlled room temperature. Keep this medicine out of reach of children. Store in a childproof container. Store this medicine in a cool, dry place at room temperature. Store away from heat and direct sunlight. Do not store this medicine in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink or in damp places. The medicine may break down if exposed to heat or moisture.Sourced directly from the manufacturer or their approved distributor. Guaranteed genuine product backed by the manufacturer. -
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