How it works
Nocid tablet 20 mg 20’s works by blocking histamine at a specific site in the stomach. This results in inhibition of acid secretion and lowered gastric acidity.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Nocid tablet 20 mg 20’s
- Diarrhea rare
- Itching rare
- Weakness rare
- Dizziness rare
- Black or tarry stools rare
- Fever rare
- Muscle or joint pain rare
- Constipation
- Headache
- Difficulty in breathing rare
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
- Onset of action
The effect of this medicine can be observed in less than 1 hour after an oral dose and less than 30 minutes after an intravenous dose.
- Duration of Effect
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 10 to 12 hours.
- Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
- Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
- Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is recommended in pregnant women only if benefits overweigh the risks.
- Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is known to excreted through the breastmilk. It is recommended for breastfeeding women.
When not to use?
Allergy
Not recommended in patients with known allergy to Nocid tablet 20 mg 20’s or other H2 antagonists.
Warnings
Pregnancy
This medicine is recommended in pregnant women only if benefits overweigh the risks.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is known to excreted through the breastmilk. It is recommended for breastfeeding women.
Impaired kidney function
Nocid tablet 20 mg 20’s should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. The dose should be adjusted if the CrCl is less than 50 ml/min.
Effect on Central nervous system
Nocid tablet 20 mg 20’s may show the effect on central nervous system in patients with kidney dysfunction. Any symptoms of dizziness, confusion should be reported to the doctor.
Use of nicotine
The use of nicotine is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects.
Dosage
- Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, then the missed dose can be skipped.
- Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines
- Glipizide moderate
- Ketoconazole moderate
- Atazanavir severe
- Pazopanib moderate
- Levofloxacin moderate
Disease interactions
- moderate
Use of Nocid tablet 20 mg 20’s is not recommended for use if any symptoms indicating gastrointestinal bleeding exists. Consult your doctor if there is blood in vomit or the stools are bloody or black.
General Instructions
Take Nocid tablet 20 mg 20’s as instructed by your doctor. It should be taken before food at bedtime. Do not take in larger amounts than prescribed. Take this medicine at the same time every day.
Other details
- To be taken before food
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- Does not cause sleepiness
References
- practo.com – Famotidine [Internet]. Available from: https://www.practo.com/medicine-info/famotidine-111-api [cited 29n August 2019]. 16 Nov 2017
- dailymed.nlm.nih.gov – famotidine tablet [Internet]. Available from: https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=98c6ddc9-8103-40b3-a145-ffbe3374ab6c [cited 29n August 2019]. May 25, 2018
- accessdata.fda.gov – PEPCID® [Internet]. Available from: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2011/019462s037lbl.pdf [cited 29n August 2019]. N/A
what are the adverse effects of Nocid tablet 20 mg 20’s?
Headache, dizziness, constipation, diarrhoea, dry mouth, nausea, rash, Gl upset, abdominal discomfort, anorexia, fatigue, rash, liver enzyme abnormalities, cholestatic jaundice, anaphylaxis, angioedema, arthralgia, muscle cramp. CNS disturbances. Rarely reversible gynaecomastia, toxic epidermal necrolysis. AV block.
What happens if I miss a dose of Nocid tablet 20 mg 20’s?
Adults: Benign gastric and duodenal ulcer: 40 mg at night for 4-8 wk.
Prophylaxis of duodenal ulcer relapse: 20 mg at night.
Zollinger-Ellison syndrome: Initially 20 mg every 6 hr, adjust as necessary; max 800 mg daily.
Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease: 20 mg twice daily for 6-12 wk; if also erosion or ulceration, 40 mg twice daily for 6-12 wk. Prophylaxis 20 mg twice daily.
Heartburn, indigestion, sour stomach: 10-20 mg every 12 hr, the dosage may be taken 15-60 min before eating foods known to cause heartburn.
Children: Peptic ulcer: 1-16 yr: 0.5 mg/kg/day at bedtime or in divided doses.
Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease: Less than 3 mth: 0.5 mg/kg once daily; 3-12 mth: 0.5 mg/kg twice daily; 1-16 yr: 1 mg/kg divided in two doses (max 40 mg twice daily).
One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Nocid tablet 20 mg 20’s. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.
How it works
Nocid tablet 20 mg 20’s works by blocking histamine at a specific site in the stomach. This results in inhibition of acid secretion and lowered gastric acidity.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Nocid tablet 20 mg 20’s
- Diarrhea rare
- Itching rare
- Weakness rare
- Dizziness rare
- Black or tarry stools rare
- Fever rare
- Muscle or joint pain rare
- Constipation
- Headache
- Difficulty in breathing rare
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
- Onset of action
The effect of this medicine can be observed in less than 1 hour after an oral dose and less than 30 minutes after an intravenous dose.
- Duration of Effect
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 10 to 12 hours.
- Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
- Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
- Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is recommended in pregnant women only if benefits overweigh the risks.
- Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is known to excreted through the breastmilk. It is recommended for breastfeeding women.
When not to use?
Allergy
Not recommended in patients with known allergy to Nocid tablet 20 mg 20’s or other H2 antagonists.
Warnings
Pregnancy
This medicine is recommended in pregnant women only if benefits overweigh the risks.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is known to excreted through the breastmilk. It is recommended for breastfeeding women.
Impaired kidney function
Nocid tablet 20 mg 20’s should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. The dose should be adjusted if the CrCl is less than 50 ml/min.
Effect on Central nervous system
Nocid tablet 20 mg 20’s may show the effect on central nervous system in patients with kidney dysfunction. Any symptoms of dizziness, confusion should be reported to the doctor.
Use of nicotine
The use of nicotine is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects.
Dosage
- Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, then the missed dose can be skipped.
- Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines
- Glipizide moderate
- Ketoconazole moderate
- Atazanavir severe
- Pazopanib moderate
- Levofloxacin moderate
Disease interactions
- moderate
Use of Nocid tablet 20 mg 20’s is not recommended for use if any symptoms indicating gastrointestinal bleeding exists. Consult your doctor if there is blood in vomit or the stools are bloody or black.
General Instructions
Take Nocid tablet 20 mg 20’s as instructed by your doctor. It should be taken before food at bedtime. Do not take in larger amounts than prescribed. Take this medicine at the same time every day.
Other details
- To be taken before food
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- Does not cause sleepiness
References
- practo.com – Famotidine [Internet]. Available from: https://www.practo.com/medicine-info/famotidine-111-api [cited 29n August 2019]. 16 Nov 2017
- dailymed.nlm.nih.gov – famotidine tablet [Internet]. Available from: https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=98c6ddc9-8103-40b3-a145-ffbe3374ab6c [cited 29n August 2019]. May 25, 2018
- accessdata.fda.gov – PEPCID® [Internet]. Available from: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2011/019462s037lbl.pdf [cited 29n August 2019]. N/A
what are the adverse effects of Nocid tablet 20 mg 20’s?
Headache, dizziness, constipation, diarrhoea, dry mouth, nausea, rash, Gl upset, abdominal discomfort, anorexia, fatigue, rash, liver enzyme abnormalities, cholestatic jaundice, anaphylaxis, angioedema, arthralgia, muscle cramp. CNS disturbances. Rarely reversible gynaecomastia, toxic epidermal necrolysis. AV block.
What happens if I miss a dose of Nocid tablet 20 mg 20’s?
Adults: Benign gastric and duodenal ulcer: 40 mg at night for 4-8 wk.
Prophylaxis of duodenal ulcer relapse: 20 mg at night.
Zollinger-Ellison syndrome: Initially 20 mg every 6 hr, adjust as necessary; max 800 mg daily.
Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease: 20 mg twice daily for 6-12 wk; if also erosion or ulceration, 40 mg twice daily for 6-12 wk. Prophylaxis 20 mg twice daily.
Heartburn, indigestion, sour stomach: 10-20 mg every 12 hr, the dosage may be taken 15-60 min before eating foods known to cause heartburn.
Children: Peptic ulcer: 1-16 yr: 0.5 mg/kg/day at bedtime or in divided doses.
Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease: Less than 3 mth: 0.5 mg/kg once daily; 3-12 mth: 0.5 mg/kg twice daily; 1-16 yr: 1 mg/kg divided in two doses (max 40 mg twice daily).
One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Nocid tablet 20 mg 20’s. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.
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