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compositionComposition:FAMOTIDINE-20MG/ML
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Femidin 20mg Injection

Femidin 20mg Injection is used to reduce stomach acid production. It treats stomach ulcers (gastric and duodenal ulcers), reflux oesophagitis, and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. It helps relieve symptoms like burning sensation in the chest, stomach pain, and indigestion and also promotes healing of ulcers in the stomach and intestines.

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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

FAMOTIDINE-20MG/ML

Consume Type :

Parenteral

Expires on or after :

Dec-28

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Femidin 20mg Injection

Femidin 20mg Injection is used to reduce stomach acid production. It treats stomach ulcers (gastric and duodenal ulcers), reflux oesophagitis, and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Stomach ulcers are painful sores present on the inner lining of the stomach.

Femidin 20mg Injection contains Famotidine, which reduces acid production and gastric secretions, thereby improving symptoms and condition.

Sometimes, you may experience headaches, dizziness, constipation, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, contact your doctor.

Do not take Femidin 20mg Injection if you are allergic to famotidine, other H2 receptor antagonists, or any of the ingredients. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Femidin 20mg Injection is not recommended for use in children and breastfeeding mothers.

Uses of Femidin 20mg Injection

Femidin 20mg Injection is used in the treatment of acid-related conditions affecting the stomach and esophagus. The detailed uses of Femidin 20mg Injection are as follows.

  • Treatment of stomach ulcers: Femidin 20mg Injection helps heal and prevent the recurrence of gastric and duodenal ulcers by reducing excess acid production in the stomach.
  • Management of GERD: Femidin 20mg Injection is effective in relieving symptoms of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), such as heartburn and acid regurgitation, by lowering stomach acid levels.
  • Zollinger-Ellison syndrome: Femidin 20mg Injection is also used to treat this rare condition characterised by excessive stomach acid due to tumours in the pancreas or duodenum.

Key Benefits

  • Reduces stomach acid production and relieves acidity.
  • Treats acid reflux (GERD) and helps prevent heartburn.
  • Promotes healing of gastric and duodenal ulcers.
  • Relieves indigestion and stomach discomfort.
  • Prevents acid-related damage to the food pipe (oesophagus).

Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor’s instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safe and effective use.
  • Femidin 20mg Injection will be administered by the doctor or healthcare professional.
  • Do not self-administer.

How Femidin 20mg Injection Works

Femidin 20mg Injection contains Famotidine, an antacid. It inhibits the H₂ receptors present in the stomach wall. It reduces the production of acid and the volume of gastric secretions. Excess acid can cause inflammation of the oesophagus, stomach, and intestines, and reducing output can improve symptoms and condition.
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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

Limited information is available on the interaction with Femidin 20mg Injection. If you have any concerns discuss them with your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Femidin 20mg Injection should be used in pregnant women only if clinically needed, and the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Femidin 20mg Injection can be found in human milk. Nursing mothers should either stop using this medication or discontinue breastfeeding.

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Driving

Unsafe

Femidin 20mg Injection may cause dizziness and headache. So, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after receiving Femidin 20mg Injection.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Inform your doctor before receiving the Femidin 20mg Injection if you have had a liver impairment or ongoing liver conditions.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Inform your doctor before receiving the Femidin 20mg Injection if you have had a kidney impairment or ongoing kidney conditions.

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Children

Unsafe

Femidin 20mg Injection is not recommended for use in children.

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Heart

Caution

Femidin 20mg Injection is generally safe for patients with heart conditions. However, rare side effects like bradycardia (slow heart rate) or hypotension have been reported, especially with rapid intravenous administration. It's best to receive it under medical supervision with appropriate dosing and monitoring.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Geriatric patients can receive Femidin 20mg Injection, but it may be more sensitive to side effects like confusion or kidney-related issues. Dose adjustments and regular monitoring help ensure safe use.

What if I have taken an overdose of Femidin 20mg Injection

Femidin 20mg Injection is administered by a health care professional in a hospital setting. Hence, the chances of overdose are less. Overdose of Femidin 20mg Injection may cause agitation, confusion, seizures, and severe muscle pain. Your doctor will initiate necessary measures when an overdose is suspected.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Diet

  • Avoid spicy, oily, and fried foods to reduce acid irritation.
  • Limit caffeine and carbonated drinks as they can increase acidity.
  • Eat small, frequent meals instead of large heavy meals.
  • Include light, easily digestible foods like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.

Lifestyle changes

  • Avoid lying down immediately after meals; wait at least 2–3 hours.
  • Maintain a healthy body weight to reduce pressure on the stomach.
  • Quit smoking and limit alcohol intake as they worsen acidity.
  • Elevate the head while sleeping to help prevent acid reflux at night.

Have a query?

How Soon It Starts Working

  • The time required for Femidin 20mg Injection to start to work: Femidin 20mg Injection ideally shows its action within 30 minutes after administration.
  • The time for which the effects of Femidin 20mg Injection last: The effect of Femidin 20mg Injection lasts for 10 to 12 hours.

What if you forget to take Femidin 20mg Injection

As this medicine is administered in a hospital by your healthcare professional, the chances of missing a dose are less. However, if you have any concerns, contact your doctor.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep out of sight and reach of children.• Cold chain - To be stored in cold places at 2ºC to 8ºC.

Drug Warnings

  • Femidin 20mg Injection should not be used in children. Femidin 20mg Injection can be found in human milk.
  • Nursing mothers should either stop using this medication or discontinue breastfeeding.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy.
  • Do not take Femidin 20mg Injection if you are allergic to famotidine, other H2 receptor antagonists, or any other ingredients present in this medicine.
  • Before taking the Femidin 20mg Injection, inform your doctor if you have any gastrointestinal problems, Helicobacter pylori infection, lactose intolerance, or kidney problems.

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Drug-drug interactions: Inform your doctor if you are taking any of these medicines, as there may be an interaction.

Antifungal drugs (ketoconazole, itraconazole)
• Potential effect: May reduce the absorption of Femidin 20mg Injection.
Antacids (aluminium hydroxide)
• Potential effect: May reduce the effectiveness of Femidin 20mg Injection.
Antiviral medicine (rilpivirine, fosamprenavir)
• Potential effect: May reduce the effectiveness of Femidin 20mg Injection.

Drug-food interactions: Femidin 20mg Injection may interact with alcohol and increase the risk of side effects.

Drug-disease interactions: Inform your doctor if you have a history of the following conditions before taking Femidin 20mg Injection, as it may worsen your condition or cause complications

  • Gastrointestinal bleeding
  • Lactose intolerance
  • H. pylori infection
  • Renal dysfunction

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Therapeutic Class

[GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS]

FAQs

Femidin 20mg Injection belongs to a group of medicines called H2-receptor antagonists that reduce acid production in the stomach. It treats stomach ulcers (gastric and duodenal ulcers), gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.

Femidin 20mg Injection blocks the H2 receptors present on the inner stomach wall and reduces acid production. This aids in the relief of acid indigestion, heartburn and other associated symptoms.

Femidin 20mg Injection is used on a short-term basis in people who cannot take oral medication. Your doctor will decide the dose duration of the treatment with this medicine based on your condition.

Femidin 20mg Injection is used only in patients who are unable to take oral medications or in an emergency clinical situation. It it not advised to take this injection on your own.

Yes, Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is also referred to as Reflux esophagitis.

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Country of origin

India
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