Famotidine

"the h2 blocker famotidine suppresses progression of ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament in a mouse model.", by Maeda Y, Yamamoto K, Yamakawa A, Aini H, Takato T, Chung UI, Ohba S. RMDOPEN2015000068F1: Radiological findings on the development of ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament (OPLL)-like ectopic ossification in famotidine-treated Enpp1ttw/ttw mice. (A) Representative micro-CT images of cervical spines of Enpp1ttw/ttw mice treated with or without famotidine....

Famotidine is a histamine-2 blocker that works by lowering the amount of acid the stomach produces. Famotidine deals with gastroesophageal reflux disease and other conditions in which acid supports from the stomach into the esophagus, creating heartburn. You may take famotidine oral with or without food. Shake the container of Pepcid suspension strongly for 5 to 10 seconds prior to each use. Most ulcers recover within 4 weeks of treatment, but it might use up to 8 weeks of utilizing this medication prior to your ulcer heals. Take the medicine as quickly as you can, however miss the missed out on dosage if it is practically time for your following dosage. When you are taking a steroid medication called dexamethasone or prednisone, you may get this drug. Steroids can often aggravate the stomach, and famotidine might protect your stomach. Shake the liquid medication well prior to use. Measure the fluid doses carefully utilizing the oral syringe that includes this drug. Your home infusion nurse will show you just how to do this. Famotidine might impact the way other medications work. If you begin any new medicines while taking famotidine, always tell your physician. You can get medicines similar to famotidine without a prescription. GERD is a condition where the acid in the stomach washes back up into the esophagus. It is additionally used to treat certain problems where there is too much acid in the stomach. Famotidine belongs to the group of medicines recognized as histamine H2-receptor antagonists or H2-blockers. It works by lowering the amount of acid produced by the stomach. This medication is available with your medical professional's prescription and additionally over the counter. For the prescription type, there is more medication in each tablet. Your doctor will have special instructions on the appropriate use and dose for your medical trouble.

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