What Topcid 40?

Topcid 40 Tablet is an antacid. It reduces the amount of acid produced by your stomach. It is used to treat and prevent heartburn, indigestion and other symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach. It is also used to treat and prevent stomach ulcers, reflux disease and some other rare conditions.

Why is Topcid Tablet used?

Topcid Tablet is a Tablet manufactured by TORRENT LABS. It is commonly used for the diagnosis or treatment of acidity, heartburn , gastric ulcers. It has some side effects such as Breast enlargement in men,Constipation or diarrhea,Allergic reactions,Discolouration of urine.

When should I take Topcid 40 Tablet?

Tablets must be taken in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Based on the severity of the medical condition, your doctor may prescribe Topcid 40 Tablet 14’s to take once daily before bedtime or twice daily in the morning and before bedtime with or without food.

What is the use of Famocid 40?

Famocid 40 Tablet 14’s belongs to a group of medicines called ‘H2-receptor antagonists’ that reduce the production of acid in the stomach. It is used in the treatment of stomach ulcers (gastric and duodenal ulcers), reflux oesophagitis, and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.

How do I use Topcid tablet?

Directions for Use Tablets must be taken in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Based on the severity of the medical condition, your doctor may prescribe Topcid 20 Tablet 14’s to take once daily before bedtime or twice daily in the morning and before bedtime with or without food.

Can I take Famocid after food?

Famocid 40 Tablet may be taken with or without food. It can be taken once daily before bedtime or twice daily in the morning and before bedtime, as recommended.

What is famotidine made of?

Each tablet for oral administration contains either 20 mg or 40 mg of famotidine and the following inactive ingredients: hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose, iron oxides, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, corn starch, talc, titanium dioxide, and carnauba wax.

How long can you take famotidine 40 mg?

To prevent heartburn, take 1 tablet by mouth with a glass of water 15-60 minutes before eating food or drinking beverages that cause heartburn. Do not use more than 2 tablets in 24 hours unless directed by your doctor. Do not take for more than 14 days in a row without talking with your doctor.

What kind of drug is topcid 40 mg?

Topcid 40 MG Tablet is a prescriptive drug that is used primarily in peptic ulcer diseases and other gastroesophageal reflux diseases. It is histamine h2 blocker that prevents acid production in the stomach. Topcid 40 MG Tablet is sold under the trade name of Pepcid in the market.

Is it safe to drink alcohol with topcid 40?

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Topcid 40 Tablet. Topcid 40 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies. Topcid 40 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding.

How is topcid used in the small intestine?

Topcid 40 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of ulcers in the small intestine. Topcid 40 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of ulcers in the stomach. Topcid 40 MG Tablet is used for the treatment of a condition where the acid produced in the stomach causes irritation in the food pipe.

What’s the difference between topcid 40 and omeprazole?

Topcid 40 Tablet and Omeprazole belong to different groups of medicines. While Topcid 40 Tablet belongs to histamine H2 antagonists group, Omeprazole belongs to proton pump inhibitors group. Both these medicines work by reducing the amount of acid made by the stomach, to relieve the symptoms and allow healing.