Famotidine RxTablets

Famotidine is an anti-ulcer drug of the histamine receptor-2 (H-2) blocker class. Stimulation of H-2 receptors (targets) located on the cell membranes of stomach cells leads to secretion of gastric acid. By blocking these targets, stomach acid will not be secreted, allowing the ulcer time to heal.
Famotidine and other H-2 blockers are useful in the treatment and prevention of gastric (stomach) and intestinal ulcers drugs because they prevent activation of this cell receptor.

Uses of Famotidine
Famotidine is used in the treatment and prevention of stomach (gastric) and intestinal ulcers.
Famotidine promotes ulcer healing in animals with ulcers or erosions (shallow depressions in the stomach lining).
Famotidine may be useful in the treatment of stomach inflammation caused by kidney failure.
Another use is management of acid reflux disease to reduce injury to the esophagus (food tube).
Dogs and cats with mast cell tumors may be treated with famotidine or a related drug because these tumors can produce large amounts of histamine.

Precautions and Side Effects
While generally safe and effective when prescribed by a veterinarian, famotidine can cause side effects in some animals.
Famotidine should not be used in animals with known hypersensitivity or allergy to the drug.
Famotidine should be used with caution in animals with kidney or liver disease.
Famotidine may interact with other medications. Consult with your veterinarian to determine if other drugs your pet is receiving could interact with famotidine. Such drugs include digoxin and ketoconazole.

Dosing Information
Medication should never be administered without first consulting your veterinarian.
The typical dose administered is 0.25 to 0.5 mg per pound (0.5 to 1.0 mg/kg) every 12 to 24 hours.
The duration of administration depends on the condition being treated, response to the medication and the development of any adverse effects. Be certain to complete the prescription unless specifically directed by your veterinarian. Even if your pet feels better, the entire treatment plan should be completed to prevent relapse.