Pepcid is a histamine blocker used to treat heartburn, GERD, ulcers, and other digestive conditions. This eMedTV article provides a detailed look at the medication, including its effects, dosing information, and available strengths and forms.
Headaches and diarrhea are among the common side effects of Pepcid. This eMedTV page also lists rare side effects (such as arthritis and changes in taste) and more serious side effects that you should report to your doctor (like hallucinations).
This eMedTV resource lists a number of the conditions that can be treated with Pepcid (including ulcers, GERD, and pathological hypersecretory conditions). This article also lists some off-label Pepcid uses (such as treating H. pylori infections).
This eMedTV page explains that while the Pepcid dosage for treating ulcers in adults is 40 mg daily, the Pepcid dose for ulcers in children ages 1 to 16 is 0.5 mg per kg per day. This page offers more detail about adult and child dosing with Pepcid.
If medicines like ketoconazole or itraconazole are combined with Pepcid, drug interactions may occur. This eMedTV page explains the potentially negative interactions that these and other drugs can cause, as well as how your doctor can prevent them.
This eMedTV page lists some Pepcid warnings and precautions to be aware of before taking the drug. For example, people with poor kidney function should receive a lower dose of Pepcid, while people who are allergic to Pepcid shouldn't take it at all.
While certain varieties of Pepcid are available as generic medicines, others are not. This eMedTV segment covers the generic Pepcid drugs that are available (as well as their strengths) and also provides a list of companies that manufacture them.
Heartburn, sour stomach, and acid indigestion are some of the conditions that can be treated with Pepcid AC. This eMedTV Web page provides an in-depth overview of the drug, including how it works, dosing information, potential side effects, and more.
Side effects are possible with Pepcid AC, and impotence may be one of them. However, as this eMedTV page explains, it is unclear if the drug causes no erection or if this is due to other factors. Tips for men experiencing this side effect are included.
Pepcid Complete is a chewable medication used to treat common conditions affecting the digestive tract. This eMedTV segment provides an in-depth look at the drug, including how it works, possible side effects, dosing information, and more.
