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Major Heartburn Relief Maximum Strength Dosage

Generic name: FAMOTIDINE 20mg
Dosage form: tablet
Drug class: H2 antagonists

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jul 21, 2021.

adults and children 12 years and over:
to relieve symptoms, swallow 1 tablet with a glass of water. Do not chew.
to prevent symptoms, swallow 1 tablet with a glass of water at any time from 10 to 60 minutes before eating food or drinking beverages that cause heartburn
do not use more than 2 tablets in 24 hours
children under 12 years: ask a doctor

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