What does the AC stand for in Pepcid AC?
- Posted:
- 23 Aug 2009 by cyndihageman
- Topics:
- pepcid, pepcid ac
Answers (1)
Marvell24 Aug 2009
From my knowledge the "AC" in Pepcid AC means that formulation or strength of famotidine is available over the counter.
Pepcid (famotidine) is a prescription medicine (because of strength, etc.).
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