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 11, 2023.
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- adults and children 12 years and over:
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- to relieve symptoms, swallow 1 tablet with a glass of water. Do not chew.
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- 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
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- do not use more than 2 tablets in 24 hours
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- children under 12 years: ask a doctor
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