Treating heartburn associated with acid indigestion and sour stomach. It is also used for preventing heartburn associated with acid indigestion and sour stomach brought on by eating or drinking certain foods and beverages. Pepcid AC Maximum Strength Tablets is an H2 blocker. It works by reducing stomach acid by blocking one of the chemicals (histamine) that stimulates the release of acid into the stomach.
Important safety information:
Pepcid AC Maximum Strength Tablets may cause dizziness. This effect may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Pepcid AC Maximum Strength Tablets with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
If your symptoms do not get better or become worse, or if you need to take this product for more than 14 days for heartburn symptoms, stop use and contact your doctor.
You may need to make significant diet and lifestyle changes to help treat and prevent heartburn, including stress-reduction programs, exercise, and diet changes. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor.
Use Pepcid AC Maximum Strength Tablets with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects.
Use of Pepcid AC Maximum Strength Tablets is not recommended in CHILDREN younger than 12 years old without first talking with the child's doctor.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Pepcid AC Maximum Strength Tablets while you are pregnant. Pepcid AC Maximum Strength Tablets is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Pepcid AC Maximum Strength Tablets.
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Pepcid AC Maximum Strength Tablets side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; headache.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions ; irregular heartbeat; seizures.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Pepcid AC Maximum Strength Tablets - Frequently asked Questions
Can Pepcid AC Maximum Strength Tablets be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
Who should not take Pepcid AC Maximum Strength Tablets?
Some medical conditions may interact with Pepcid AC Maximum Strength Tablets. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have kidney or liver disease
if you have trouble swallowing, pain swallowing food, vomiting with blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds, or bloody or black stools
if you have frequent chest pain, unexplained weight loss, nausea or vomiting, or stomach pain
if you have had heartburn for longer than 3 months; heartburn associated with light-headedness, sweating, or dizziness; or frequent wheezing, especially with heartburn
if you have chest, arm, neck, or shoulder pain, especially with shortness of breath; sweating; or light-headedness
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Pepcid AC Maximum Strength Tablets. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following: Dasatinib because its effectiveness may be decreased by Pepcid AC Maximum Strength Tablets
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Pepcid AC Maximum Strength Tablets may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How should I take Pepcid AC Maximum Strength Tablets?
Use Pepcid AC Maximum Strength Tablets as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Take Pepcid AC Maximum Strength Tablets by mouth with or without food.
To relieve symptoms of heartburn, swallow 1 tablet with a glass of water.
To prevent symptoms, swallow 1 tablet with a glass of water at any time from 15 to 60 minutes before eating food or drinking beverages that cause heartburn.
Do not take more than 2 tablets in a 24-hour period unless directed by your health care provider.
If you take atazanavir, erlotinib, itraconazole, ketoconazole, or rilpivirine, ask your doctor or pharmacist how to take it with Pepcid AC Maximum Strength Tablets.
Ask your doctor before taking antacids or other acid reducers with Pepcid AC Maximum Strength Tablets.
If you miss a dose of Pepcid AC Maximum Strength Tablets and you are taking it regularly, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Pepcid AC Maximum Strength Tablets.
Can Pepcid AC Maximum Strength Tablets be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Pepcid AC Maximum Strength Tablets be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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